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82%
Open Admissions
39%
Graduation
About Henderson State University
Henderson State University is a public four-year institution located in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. With an enrollment of approximately 1,491 undergraduate students, it is a small institution. With an acceptance rate of 82%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 39%. Graduates earn a median salary of $43,459 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $16,929 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
82%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
39%
Enrollment
1,491
Total students
Median Earnings
$43,459
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$7,885
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,882
Per year
Average Net Price
$16,929
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$9,882/yr
In-State Tuition$7,885/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$16,929/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$67,716
10-Year Earnings
$434,590
ROI Multiple
6.4×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Henderson State University
Student Outcomes
39%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$43k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
1,491
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
