Rocket High Program at SAU Tech
Launch Your College Journey While You're Still in High School
Welcome to Southern Arkansas University Tech’s Rocket High Program, a unique opportunity for high school students to earn college credit while meeting high school graduation requirements. Whether you're aiming for a technical certification or a university transfer degree, Rocket High gives you a head start on your future.
What is Rocket High?
Rocket High is a dual credit program that allows qualified high school students to earn college level credits through a partnership between SAU Tech and local school districts. Courses are taught either at the high school by approved instructors or on SAU Tech’s campus as part of our Career Academy. Some students may even be bused daily to attend college courses during their regular school schedule.
Classes include both career-technical programs and college transfer courses, giving students a range of academic and professional pathways to explore.
We also welcome homeschooled students to take part in Rocket High through concurrent credit options. Contact us at lwilliam@sautech.edu to learn more!
How Rocket High Works
- College courses are taught by high school teachers approved by SAU Tech or by college faculty.
- Curriculum, assignments, and testing align closely with SAU Tech’s on-campus standards.
- Available courses vary by school depending on the qualifications of the instructors.
- Students must complete the Application for Admission and Registration Packet to enroll.
- Placement scores (ACT, Accuplacer, SAT, etc.) are required for concurrent courses. SAU Tech offers a
Free Accuplacer Day annually at participating high schools.
Participating High Schools:
Rocket High Concurrent Credit Courses
Rocket High is offered in partnership with numerous high schools across the region. A full list of participating schools and their available courses is maintained by the Rocket High Office. Contact us to find out what’s offered at your school.
More Information:
Course Locations
- At your high school with approved instructors
- On SAU Tech’s campus through the Career Academy
- Online or hybrid (select courses)
- Homeschool participation available
Contact us for the current class list by school or to ask about homeschool participation.
SAU Tech Campus - Career Academy
Welding
- Basic Welding
- Intermediate Welding
- Advanced Welding
Medical Professions
- Medical Terminology
- Nursing Assistant
- Essentials of A&P
- CPR & First Aid for Healthcare Providers
- Math for HC Professionals
- Personal & Community Health
- Anatomy & Physiology 1 with Lab
- CPR & First Aid for Healthcare Providers
- Basic Pharmacology
- Phlebotomy
- Phlebotomy Practicum
Computer Engineering
- A+ Essentials
- A+ Practical Applications
- Support Network Clients
- Support Network Servers
Bearden High School
Early College (On SAU Tech’s campus)
- Comp I & II
- College Algebra
- World History I
- Other Gen Ed courses
High School Campus
- Office procedures
- Business Information
- Intro to Education
Camden Fairview High School
- Comp I & II
- Music Appreciation
- World Literature I & II
- College Algebra
- US History I & II
Fordyce High School
- College Algebra
- Comp I & II
- US History II
- World History I
Hampton High School
- US History I
- American Government
Harmony Grove High School
All classes are currently on SAU Tech’s campus
- College Algebra
- US History I
- World Literature I & II
- Chemistry w/lab
- General Psychology
- Speech
- Biology w/lab
- World History
- AR History
Magnolia High School
- Business Information Systems
- Fluidics*
- Intro to Preventative Maintenance*
- NCCER*
Medical Professions (On Magnolia High School Campus)*
- Essentials of A&P
- Medical Terminology
- Personal & Community Health
- Nursing Assistant
*The medical professions courses and maintenance are all delivered through the SAU Tech Career Academy.
Rison High School
US History I & II
Victory Christian School
Online courses are offered in the following:
- Comp I & II
- World Literature I
- US History I & II
- Principles of Speech
Learn About Your Pathway
Whether you're aiming to transfer to a four-year university or enter the workforce with job-ready skills, SAU Tech’s Rocket High Program offers two distinct pathways designed to meet your goals. Students can earn college credit toward associate degrees or certifications while still in high school. Our Transfer Pathway supports students who want to pursue a university degree, while the Career Technical Pathway prepares students for in-demand trades and careers through hands-on training. Both pathways offer scholarship opportunities and are open to homeschooled students. Connect with your high school counselor or contact our Rocket High office to learn more about where Rocket High can take you.
Rocket High Transfer Pathway
SAU Tech’s Rocket High Program allows high school students to earn college credit that applies directly toward the first two years of a college degree. Whether you plan to stay at SAU Tech or transfer to a four-year university, this pathway sets you up for academic success.
SAU Tech also offers scholarships for high school graduates entering college. Homeschooled students are also eligible for the Rocket High Transfer Pathway.
Rocket High Career Technical Pathway
The Career Technical Pathway gives high school students a jump-start on job training through certificate and degree programs. These hands-on courses are available through the SAU Tech Career Academy, located both on SAU Tech’s campus and at Magnolia High School.
Career technical students may also be eligible for SAU Tech scholarships after high school graduation. Speak with your high school counselor to learn more and complete the necessary applications.
Rocket High Is Perfect
For Homeschooled Students
Homeschool students can easily take concurrent credit for half the cost of what is normally charged for an SAU Tech college course. These students find the transition from taking Rocket High courses to becoming full-time college students at SAU Tech to be a seamless experience. Listen to scholars Ryleigh Doss and Connor McMurry talk about their transition from homeschool to SAU Tech.
