Scholarships & Grants At SAU Tech
SAU Tech offers a wide range of scholarships and grants to help you reduce or eliminate the cost of your college education. From institutional awards to state-funded programs, this page outlines the opportunities available and how to apply for each.
SAU Tech Scholarships
SAU Tech provides both Institutional Scholarships and Foundation Scholarships based on academic merit, leadership, community involvement, and program enrollment.
- One application covers both types
- Review each scholarship’s criteria carefully
- Complete the SAU Tech Institutional & Foundation Scholarship Application →
Featured Opportunities:
- Tech Scholars Program
- Fire Service Scholarship
- Law Enforcement Scholarship
Don’t wait—some scholarships have early deadlines!
Scholarships & Grants Available
Arkansas Lottery (Challenge) Scholarship
For Arkansas residents pursuing a college degree—open to first-time, returning, and currently enrolled students.
Deadline: July 1
Learn more →
Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship
For students pursuing short-term, workforce training programs in:
- Aviation Maintenance (AAS, CP, TC)
- HVAC
- Practical Nursing
- Nursing Assistant
- Electronics & Instrumentation
Apply at least 30 days before classes begin
Apply Now →
ACC Academic All-Star Scholarship
For outstanding SAU Tech students planning to transfer to a 4-year college.
Requirements:
- Minimum 3.25 GPA
- 24 credit hours by June 1, 2024
- Community or campus involvement
- Graduation by Summer 2025
Arkansas Future (ArFuture) Grant
Covers tuition and fees for students in high-demand or STEM-related programs.
Qualifying Programs at SAU Tech:
- Cybersecurity
- Aviation Maintenance
- Allied Health
- Industrial Maintenance
- Welding
And more.
Deadlines:
- Fall: July 1
- Spring: January 10
Apply via SAMS →
T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Arkansas Scholarship
For students pursuing short-term, workforce training programs in:
- Aviation Maintenance (AAS, CP, TC)
- HVAC
- Practical Nursing
- Nursing Assistant
- Electronics & Instrumentation
Apply at least 30 days before classes begin
Apply Now →
Grants
Grant Resource List
Find private funders (foundations).
American Association of Community Colleges
Developing Grant Budgets
Additional Scholarship Resources
These outside scholarships are great for students pursuing specific fields or who meet certain criteria.
- Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
- AASFAA Scholarship
- ArkADE Student Scholarship
- Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund
- Aviation Scholarships
- CareerOneStop Scholarship Search →
- Fastweb →
- FundMyFuture →
- Ralph G. Norman Scholarship
Important Reminders
- FAFSA opens October 1 each year
- SAU Tech and most state scholarship deadlines: June 1
- Spring-start students may have different dates—call 870-574-4511 for info
Always check specific scholarship deadlines and requirements before applying.
Need Help:
Contact the SAU Tech Financial Aid Office:
870-574-4511
