Henderson State University
About Henderson State University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Henderson State University is a public university in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. It offers affordable programs in education, business, nursing, and aviation, sharing its small town with nearby Ouachita Baptist University.
Founded
1890
Location
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Students
2,050
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,244
Out-of-state: $10,620
Avg Net Price
$23,405
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,459
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Average: 21 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
61.7%
4-Year Grad
24%
6-Year Grad
37%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 24% graduation rate is below average, but 61.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,244
In-State
$10,620
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,000
Books & Supplies
$2,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,385
After Financial Aid
$23,405
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$23,386
Receive Grants
46.2%
Take Loans
44.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $27,385/yr, including $10,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,405.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Henderson State University fund their education.
While in School
46.2%
Get Grants
Free money
44.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,416
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$207/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $19,500 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Henderson State University.
Gender
51.9%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,456
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
594
Graduates
37.7%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
11.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 37.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,456
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Henderson State University fields 9 varsity teams with 390 student athletes, about 27% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great American
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
390
27% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
68% / 32%
265
Men
125
Women
5
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Henderson State Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,459
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$37K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$37K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$33K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Air Transportation
—
34 grads
Psychology, General
$22K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.