Tuition, Fees & Housing Costs (AY 2024–2025)
Southern Arkansas University Tech strives to provide affordable, transparent tuition and housing costs. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of tuition, student fees, housing rates, payment methods, and refund policies.
Tuition Refund Percentages (Fall/Spring)
- 100% – Day 1–Day 8
- 90% – Day 9–Day 14
- 50% – Day 15–Day 21
- 25% – Day 22–Day 28
- 0% – After Day 28
The Summer Refund Schedule is located in the College Catalog.
Students who withdraw after the 100% refund period will be charged partial tuition and
full mandatory fees. This policy does not apply to faculty-initiated drops.
Registration Fees
| Fee Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Matriculation Fee (per semester) | $30 |
| Learning Strategies Fee (first-time internet students) | $25 |
| LPN/RN Nursing Fee | $75 |
| LPN/RN Licensure Fee (over 3 semesters) | $400 |
| LPN Curriculum Fee (over 3 semesters) | $2,100 |
| RN Curriculum Fee (over 3 semesters) | $3,300 |
| CTE Course Fee (per course, if applicable) | $75 |
| Sonography Program Fee (per course) | $750 |
| Sonography Testing Fee (over 4 semesters) | $1,128 |
| Sonography Subscription Fee | $45 |
| Welding Academy Fee (per course) | $1,850 |
| FAA Certification Fee (per semester) | $575 |
| Aviation Program Fee (per semester) | $650 |
| Cosmetology Fee (over 3 semesters) | $6,384 |
| Cosmetology Instructor Fee | $4,445 |
| Esthetics Technology Fee | $5,992 |
| Nail Technology Fee | $5,467 |
| Barbering Fee (over 3 semesters) | $6,231 |
| Barbering Instructor Fee | $4,385 |
| International Application Fee | $50 |
| Tech Learning Center Fee (per transitional course) | $15 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Fee (per course) | $1,500 |
| HVAC-R Exam Fee (last semester) | $70 |
| Science Materials Fee | $55 |
| Athletic Gear Fee (Fall/Spring) | $200 |
Tuition Rates (Per Credit Hour)
Arkansas Resident
- Tuition: $118
- Processing Fee: $25
- Facility Use Fee: $5
- Technology Fee: $10
- Activity Fee: $11
- Security Fee: $4
- Internet Course Fee: $25
Out-of-State Student
- Tuition: $166
- Processing Fee: $25
- Facility Use Fee: $5
- Technology Fee: $10
- Activity Fee: $11
- Security Fee: $4
- Internet Course Fee: $25
All charges are calculated at a per credit hour rate.
Student Meal Plans
| Plan Type | Cost Per Semester | Meals Per Week |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Student Plan (Mandatory) | $1,230 | 13 |
| Commuter Plan (Optional) | $470 | 4 |
Room & Board Costs (Per Semester)
| Residence Hall | Cost |
|---|---|
| Rocket Complex | $2,830 |
| Athletic Complex | $2,830 |
| Blue & Gold Complex | $2,630 |
| Highland Park Hall | $2,630 |
Refundable Application/Damage Fee: $100 (pending move-out inspection)
Full payment of housing costs ensures room reservation. Tuition and fee charges are pending SAU Board approval and are subject to change without notice.
Payment Methods
Full payment of tuition and fees is due on or before the date specified on your student account statement or course schedule.
Payment options:
- Credit/debit card by phone
- In-person payment
- Mailing a personal check
- Make A Payment Play: MyLaunchPad→
