Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Arkadelphia, Arkansas |
| Online | hsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Henderson State University, founded in 1890, is a public institution situated in the small town of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, about 70 miles southwest of Little Rock. The university?s campus, known for its hallmark red-brick architecture, offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and pre-professional programs, with notable emphasis on aviation, education, and business disciplines. Henderson State provides on-campus housing options across several residence halls and apartment complexes. The university, while not selective, retains a moderate admissions process, inviting a diverse range of applicants. Academically, Henderson is regionally known for its Teachers College, which has a longstanding history of preparing educators. Though not primarily renowned for athletics, Henderson State competes in the NCAA Division II as part of the Great American Conference, and its athletes are known as the Reddies.
In the most recent statistical year 2,345 prospective students applied, and 1,657 were granted admission. Of those admitted 413 enrolled in the school. 1,730 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 789 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,880 plus fees of $1,680. Henderson State University is ranked 976 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Henderson State University is rated within the lower 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Henderson State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#976 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#403 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in Arkansas
#7 in Best Public Colleges in Arkansas
#25 in Best Value Colleges in Arkansas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 903/1073 |
| ACT | 16/21 |
| GPA | 3.23 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Arkansas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,598 |
| Other Fees | $1,680 |
| Room and Board | $9,558 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,378 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,094 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,598 |
| Other Fees | $1,680 |
| Room and Board | $9,558 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,378 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,302 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 19% |
| Business | 17% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 11% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Biology | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=107071 IPEDS survey data for Henderson State University.
Current students may use the Henderson State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024