Henderson State University
Henderson State University (Henderson State) is a four-years, public school located in Arkadelphia, AR. It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Master's degree.
The Henderson State's 2022 tuition & fees is $7,560 for Arkansas residents and $9,768 for out-of-state students. 95% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $19,538.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,919 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $40,400 and it varies by field of study.
Henderson State ranked 14th in Arkansas Colleges rankings. Henderson State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Directory Information
| Address | 1100 Henderson Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71999-0001 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 870-230-5000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (medium programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Henderson State University are $7,560 for in-state students and $9,768 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $6,930 for in-state students and $9,108 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,732 for Arkansas residents and $10,246 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,125 for Arkansas residents and $9,633 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,560 | $9,768 |
| Graduate | $6,930 | $9,108 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,732 | $10,246 |
| Graduate | $7,125 | $9,633 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Henderson State University is 75.01% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 23.44%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,065.
The average graduation rate is 37%. Total 2,919 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $40,400. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Business/Commerce program shows the highest salary with $33,000 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 75.01% Acceptance Rate / 23.44% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,065 SAT / 21 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 37% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 21% |
| Retention Rate | 56%(full-time), 20% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.14% (14 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 2,919 (2,228 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $19,538 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $40,400 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $26,400 - $33,000 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Henderson State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | No |
Henderson State provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | No |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Henderson State. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 2,061. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $3,600.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 2,061 |
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