1890
Arkadelphia, AR

School Details

Located in the heart of southwest Arkansas, Henderson State University is a public institution serving as a vital educational and cultural center for the local community, region, and state. Founded as a private institution in 1890, Henderson has a strong liberal arts heritage that is the base of all the undergraduate and graduate programs, earning the university the status of Arkansas’s public liberal arts university. Henderson State offers bachelor’s degrees, graduate degrees, and many other educational programs, some of which are available online.

At Henderson, students benefit from:

  • Scholarly and creative activities
  • Experienced and dedicated faculty
  • Diverse and vibrant community of fellow students

Accreditation & Licensing

Henderson State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

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