Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71999-0001
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Henderson State University is a public institution in Arkadelphia with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,459 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,929.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •It is also the only public university in the state to be named for an individual; it was renamed for Charles Christopher Henderson, a trustee and prominent Arkadelphia businessman, on May 23, 1904.
- •On September 3, 1890, Arkadelphia Methodist College opened its doors to 110 students and 10 faculty members.
- •The college also served as an academy, providing high school level education, until 1925.
- •In 1913, the university football team's name began to shift from "Reds" and/or "Red Jackets" to "Reddies.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
55.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Programs (85)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
59%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AR state average