Henderson State University

Henderson State University is a mid-size public master's university (medium program) located in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,456. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Arkansas postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. The institution maintains an open-admissions policy for most of its programs, making it accessible to a broad range of prospective students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $25,051 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 38%, 7 percentage points below the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $43,459. Median debt at graduation for federal aid recipients is $19,500. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14:1.