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Henderson State University

Arkadelphia, AR · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Town

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About Henderson State University

Henderson State University (HSU) is a public university in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, United States. Founded in 1890 as Arkadelphia Methodist College, Henderson has an undergraduate enrollment of around 2,500 students. The campus is located on 156 acres (0.63 km2).

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Open

Acceptance

$23,405

Net price

1,456

Enrollment

37%

Grad rate

Report Card

C

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

C+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B+

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

SAT average

21

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$23,405

Average net price

$8,244

In-state tuition

$10,620

Out-of-state tuition

$10,000

Room & board

$2,500

Books & supplies

$27,385

Total cost of attendance

46%

Students receiving Pell grants

44%

Students with federal loans

$19,500

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$23,386
$30–48K
$23,208
$48–75K
$25,051

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$43,459

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$35,194

Median earnings (6 yrs)

37%

Graduation rate

62%

Retention rate

72%

Earn more than a HS grad

$6,374

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,456

Total enrollment

9%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

38%

First-generation

Gender balance

52% women
48% men

Race & ethnicity

White
54%
Black
34%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
4%
Asian
1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1%

Henderson State University FAQ

Is Henderson State University a public or private school?

Henderson State University is a public institution located in Arkadelphia, AR.

What is the acceptance rate at Henderson State University?

Henderson State University has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Henderson State University cost?

The average annual net price at Henderson State University is $23,405 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $8,244 in-state and $10,620 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Henderson State University?

About 37% of students at Henderson State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Henderson State University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Henderson State University students earn a median of $43,459 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Henderson State University?

Admitted students at Henderson State University have an ACT midpoint of 21. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Henderson State University?

Henderson State University enrolls about 1,456 students.

Campus

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