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Henderson State University, also referred to as HSU, was established in the year 1890. This university is located in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, United States. It offers a range of degrees and certificate programs to students through the following colleges:
The university is a member of the NCAA Division II and participates in the Gulf South Conference. The men's teams of HSU participate in basketball, baseball, football, swimming, and tennis. The women's teams play basketball, golf, cross country, swimming, softball, and volleyball. The students of the university also operate a radio station on campus called KSWH-FM. Some of the notable alumni of HSU are Ken Duke, professional golfer; Sid McMath, two-term governor of Arkansas; and Lloyd L. Burke, Medal of Honor recipient.
Henderson State is found in Arkadelphia, AR. Arkadelphia is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Post-Master's certificate at Henderson State.
The school is known for its programs in education and teaching, family and social work, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Admission to Henderson State is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 460 and 570.
Henderson State has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 3,603 in 2007-2008 at the school.
Henderson State offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Henderson State values student athletics, and belongs to the Gulf South Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Henderson State University
1100 Henderson Street
Arkadelphia, AR 71999-0001
General Phone: (870) 230-5000
http://www.hsu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 168 | early childhood education, physical education teaching, curriculum and instruction, elementary/middle school admin, teacher education, middle school teaching, special ed, early childhood special ed, ... |
| Business and Management | 121 | business, accounting, MIS |
| Liberal Arts | 77 | general studies, sociology, English, speech and rhetoric, history, liberal arts and sciences, political science, Spanish language |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 38 | parks and recreation management, sports and fitness management, athletic trainer |
| Family and Social Work | 37 | social work, family and consumer science, public administration |
| Science | 35 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Therapy and Counseling | 29 | psychology |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 24 | registered nursing |
| Media | 13 | journalism |
| Transportation | 10 | commercial pilot and flight crew |
| Art Studies | 8 | art studies |
| Music | 8 | music performance, music |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer and info science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Henderson State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 447 | 35 |
| Master's degree | 129 | 10 |
In 2007-2008, Henderson State had a total enrollment of 3,603 students (3,003 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 86% |
| Graduate | 14% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 19% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 79% |
| Texas | 14% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
Henderson State offers campus housing for 1,156 of its 3,003 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Arkadelphia, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,425 | 1,595 | 66% | 803 | 50% |
| Men | 1,119 | 730 | 65% | 389 | 53% |
| Women | 1,306 | 865 | 66% | 414 | 48% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 4% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 96% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,885 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,821 |
| Room and board | $ 4,890 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,600 |
Financial Aid:
Henderson State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 109800)
Henderson State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 61 | 18 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 20 | 20 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 18 | 31 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $62,262 | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $49,651 | 8 | $47,212 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $60,574 | 8 | $47,212 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 41 | $64,301 | 10 | $64,193 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 22 | $52,410 | 12 | $55,081 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $51,347 | 21 | $44,804 |
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $38,362 | 18 | $41,250 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 88 | $56,468 | 61 | $48,955 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Gulf South Conference |
| Basketball | Gulf South Conference |
| Baseball | Gulf South Conference |
| Track | Gulf South Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 125 | 62 | 187 |
| Football | 64 | 0 | 64 |
| Basketball | 16 | 11 | 27 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| Track | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| All Other Sports | 23 | 44 | 67 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Social Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Public Administration
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Psychology, General
TRANSPORTATION
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Henderson State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% |  |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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