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Southern Arkansas introduces new programs to assist students with financial burdens and employment opportunities


Southern Arkansas University (SAU) has introduced two new initiatives that are gaining attention across the state and region. President Bruno Hicks believes these initiatives could increase enrollment and meet the needs of students.

The Mulerider Next Step Guarantee, starting with the fall 2025 freshman class, promises that students who fulfill program requirements will land a job in their field or related area within six months of graduating. If they don’t, SAU will provide dedicated career coaching, additional coursework, and paid internships to enhance career readiness.

The SAU Difference, also starting in the fall of 2025, aims to cover the financial gap for Pell-eligible and Arkansas Challenge Scholarship recipients, allowing them to attend SAU without the burden of unmet financial needs.

In addition to these initiatives, SAU Tech has seen a 13% increase in fall headcount from last year, with concurrent enrollment up 15%. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board has approved new online programs in data science at SAU Tech and Arkansas State University-Newport, reflecting a statewide effort to standardize data science curriculum.

SAU Tech also plans to hold a groundbreaking ceremony for an EMS facility at its fire station next month, as it continues to provide professional education and training for emergency responders.

Trustees at SAU have approved several academic changes, including a new graduate certificate in counseling, a program in pre-music therapy, and a Master of Science in criminal justice, all effective next fall pending approval by the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board. These changes aim to meet the needs of students and provide them with new opportunities for skills development and career advancement.

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