Spring 2027 transfer students
Transfer to SAU this spring and get up to a $2,500 boost!
Finishing your associate degree or ready to take the next step toward your bachelor’s? Make your move to Southern Arkansas University this spring with a one-time Spring Transfer Scholarship of up to $2,500.
Spring Transfer Scholarship
$2,500
Enroll in 12+ hours
$1,250
Enroll in 6–11 hours
A one-time award for undergraduate transfer students, based on the hours you enroll in at SAU in spring 2027.
Starts
Spring 2027
Awarded
One time
Your credits
Make your credits count.
You’ve already put in the work. Let us help you take it further. Explore SAU degree plans, connect with our admissions team to see how your credits fit, and browse Spring 2027 classes to start planning your semester.
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1
Apply & send transcripts
Submit the application for admission, then have official transcripts sent to the Office of Admissions from every college you’ve attended. Once admitted, send proof of immunization.
2
Apply for transfer scholarships
Priority deadline is April 15. Transfer scholarships require 48 transferable hours and a 3.0 GPA and are awarded competitively. The April 15 deadline doesn’t apply to the one-time Spring Transfer Scholarship. It’s applied automatically when you enroll by Jan. 20.
3
File the FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid as early as you can. The earlier you apply, the sooner you’ll see your award.
4
Reserve your housing
Living on campus? Fill out the housing application online with the $100 reservation fee.
See campus your way
Start with a one-minute introduction from current students, then walk all eleven stops of the virtual tour, find any building on the interactive map, or come see it in person. The tour and map work on any phone and in Spanish.
Tour introduction, 58 seconds
Virtual tour
- 11 short videos led by current students
- Housing, dining, athletics and all four colleges
- Captions, and a menu to jump to any stop
Campus map
- Shows where you are when you’re on campus
- Photos, departments and directions for every building
- Parking, dining, housing and athletics layers
Visit in person
- Walk campus with a student ambassador
- Step inside a residence hall
- Get your questions answered by Admissions
Questions transfer students ask
Frequently asked questions for transfer students
How do I apply for admission to SAU?
Submit the application for admission. You need to have official transcripts from each educational institution previously attended sent to the Office of Admissions. Official transcripts are those received by mail or electronically directly from the issuing institution. After you have been admitted, you will need to submit proof of immunization to the Office of Admissions.
How can I register for classes?
Registration is open for spring 2027. You must be admitted to SAU. Learn more about registration.
How do I know if I have been admitted?
You will receive a mailed acknowledgment that will indicate any needed items to complete your admission process. An admission decision will be made once we have enough academic information to determine that you have the required GPA for admittance. If you are currently enrolled in another institution, your admission file will not be complete until we receive completed official transcripts. Once you have been fully admitted, you will receive an official acceptance letter.
When is the one-time transfer scholarship deadline?
Enroll by Jan. 20. Learn how to register for classes.
How do I apply for a transfer scholarship?
The priority deadline is April 15. Transfer scholarships require 48 transferable hours and a 3.0 GPA and are awarded competitively. Apply with the transfer scholarship application. The one-time Spring Transfer Scholarship is applied automatically, so you don’t need to apply for it.
How do I find out if my courses from a community college will transfer to SAU?
SAU has articulation/transfer agreements in place with area community colleges. If your community college is not listed in the articulation guides, we will be glad to offer an initial transcript review to help determine what credits will transfer to SAU. Note that only courses completed with a C grade or higher will be accepted for transfer credit.
Is there a limit to the number of credits that I can transfer to SAU?
We will apply up to 68 transferable hours from an institutionally accredited two-year institution towards a baccalaureate degree at SAU.
How can I find a contact in my major or academic department?
You can contact Enrollment Services for assistance with making an academic connection.
Where can I view copies of degree plans for majors at SAU?
All of our academic degree plans are available online. View degree plans for every SAU major. If you need a hard copy, please contact the Advising and Assistance Center at (870) 235-5175.
Do you offer services for students with physical or learning disabilities?
The mission of the SAU Office of Disability Support Services is to coordinate services and accommodations for students with disabilities to ensure accessibility and usability of all programs, services, and activities. Disability Support Services also serves as a resource for information and as an advocate for students with disabilities for full participation in all aspects of campus life.
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