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.

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SAU Tech Scholarships

SAU Tech provides both Institutional Scholarships and Foundation Scholarships based on academic merit, leadership, community involvement, and program enrollment.


Featured Opportunities:

  • Tech Scholars Program
  • Fire Service Scholarship
  • Law Enforcement Scholarship
Don’t wait—some scholarships have early deadlines!
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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
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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

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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:

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 →

Additional Scholarship Resources

These outside scholarships are great for students pursuing specific fields or who meet certain criteria.


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