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Henderson State University

Arkadelphia, AR·Public·https://www.hsu.edu/

Campus Identity

NCAA D2Graduate Programs

Henderson State University is a public university in Arkadelphia, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 46/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Henderson State University is a public university in Arkadelphia, AR. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 46/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,880
In-State Tuition
+$1,680 fees
$8,088
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,680 fees
$9,300
Room & Board
17 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D2
Athletics
Great American

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D2

Great American

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

333 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

333 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
384 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Arkadelphia, AR

43°Jan46°Feb55°Mar63°Apr71°May79°Jun82°Jul82°Aug75°Sep64°Oct53°Nov45°Dec

Station: ARKADELPHIA 2 N · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

46/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety406235
40/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
62/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
35/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$5,880$8,088
Fees
$1,680$1,680
Room & Board
$9,300$9,300
Total
$16,860$19,068
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 17 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

92 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Special Education and TeachingOther
103 grads/yr
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign LanguageOther
68 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's
51 grads/yr$46,247
Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's
49 grads/yr$48,955
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's
45 grads/yr$40,226

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's41 grads$68,733
Accounting and Related Services
Bachelor's14 grads$62,161
Educational Administration and Supervision
Master's11 grads$57,727
Business/Commerce, General
Master's40 grads$56,919
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Master's10 grads$55,078
Business/Commerce, General
Bachelor's49 grads$48,955
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor's38 grads$46,783
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Master's51 grads$46,247
Social Work
Bachelor's8 grads$42,453
Psychology, General
Bachelor's32 grads$41,112

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Henderson State University located?

Henderson State University is located in Arkadelphia, AR. The main campus address is 1100 Henderson Street, Arkadelphia, AR. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Henderson State University?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Henderson State University charges $5,880/year for in-state students and $8,088/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($9,300/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,768/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Henderson State University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Henderson State University have college sports?

Yes — Henderson State University competes at the NCAA D2 level in the Great American. Division II programs offer athletic scholarships and competitive sports programs while balancing academics and athletics.

Is Henderson State University the right fit for me?

Whether Henderson State University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,088/year out-of-state), campus culture in Arkadelphia, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Henderson State University against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Henderson State University directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Arkadelphia, AR
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Certificates
NCAA
NCAA D2
Conference
Great American
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
46/100
Nearest Airport
Hot Springs, AR (HOT) · 24 mialso LIT (63 mi), ELD (64 mi)

Location

Arkadelphia, AR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.