About Henderson State University
Henderson State University is a public university in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, in the United States. It is part of the Arkansas State University System and serves students in southwest Arkansas and beyond. The campus is located in a small-city setting with a traditional residential university environment.
The university offers undergraduate and graduate study across a range of academic areas, including liberal arts, business, education, science, and health-related fields. Henderson State is known for its teacher education tradition and for providing a broad mix of campus-based academic and student life opportunities. As with many regional public universities, it emphasizes access, affordability, and preparation for careers and further study.
- Public university serving students in Arkadelphia, Arkansas
- Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Broad academic offerings across undergraduate and graduate study
- Transfer and exam credit are evaluated through official university policies
- Teacher education tradition with a strong regional mission