Henderson State University: Review & Facts

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Henderson State University is a medium four-year, public school with 2,520 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1890 and is one of the 2 colleges located in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.

Academic Offerings

Associate's degree, bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, and postmaster certificate are offered at Henderson State University.

Majors
Offered
62
Henderson State University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and has 62 majors. The most popular concentrations are Education, Nursing, Business, English and Literature, and Psychology. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you anticipate to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Henderson State University is low at 57% (below Arkansas average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
57%
Bad
The graduation rate at Henderson State University is low - 36%. Nearly 48% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Henderson State University is decent, 16:1. Read more information regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are relatevely low - about $8,100 per year. The additional fees at Henderson State University (not included in tuition costs) are about $1,700; which comes to a total of $9,800 per year.

Read the details about Henderson State University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
71%
Doable
As reported in recent government data, 2,345 applications were submitted and 1,657 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to get accepted at this school.

The college might accept your dual credits and advanced placement credits for admission.

Find out more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Henderson State University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$4,700
Medium
Henderson State University provides study abroad programs.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Henderson State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
D+
Unsafe
Henderson State University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 2,100 students, which provides a nice on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low -- nearly $4,700 per academic year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Henderson State University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Henderson State University seems to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Henderson State University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Henderson State University
1100 Henderson Street
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
71999-0001, USA
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