Academic Distinction
Academic achievement is recognized in the following ways at Southern Arkansas University Tech:
Tech Scholars Program
The Tech Scholars Program is designed to develop the abilities and potential of highly motivated students as they begin their academic studies and prepare them to transfer to a four-year college or university. The program fosters critical thinking and academic excellence among students who are motivated to pursue academic enrichment. Please see the College Catalog for the criteria that applies for acceptance into the Tech Scholars program.
Students in the Tech Scholars Program, who complete all requirements, receive “Honors Scholar Graduate” designation on their transcripts.
The Chancellor’s List
Students with a 4.00 GPA semester GPA and at least 12 hours of college-level credit (developmental education coursework does not apply) the list of students earning this award is published at the end of each fall and spring semester at www.sautech.edu and sent to each student’s hometown newspaper.
The Dean’s List
Students with a 3.50 – 3.99 semester GPA and at least 12 hours of college-level credit (developmental education coursework does not apply) The list of students earning this award is Award published at the end of each fall and spring semester at www.sautech.edu and sent to each student’s hometown newspaper.
Chancellor’s List and Dean’s List recognition is noted on the student’s academic transcript. Graduates with a 3.50 or better GPA will receive an Honor Cord and be recognized during graduation ceremonies.