What division is Henderson State?

Henderson State competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Gulf South.

What GPA do you need for Henderson State?

The average GPA at Henderson State is 3.1. A competitive GPA is recommended for this program.

How big is Henderson State?

Henderson State has an enrollment of approximately 1,491 students in a small_town setting.

What is the acceptance rate at Henderson State?

Henderson State has an acceptance rate of 82%.

How do I get recruited to play at Henderson State?

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Henderson State

Arkadelphia, ARD-IIGulf South

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NCAA Division II

Division

1,491

Enrollment

3.1

Avg GPA

82%

Acceptance

39%

Graduation

62%

Retention

What this means for recruiting: Competitive academics. Most recruits clear the 3.1+ GPA bar.

Henderson State is a NCAA Division II program in the Gulf South, located in Arkadelphia, AR. We map football, basketball, and track & field at Henderson State, with coaching staff, roster history, and Fit Score matching across 5 dimensions.

Academics

Avg GPA

3.1

Graduation

39%

Acceptance

82%

Student:Faculty

14:1

Retention

62%

Campus & Location

Setting

Small Town

Climate

Moderate

Median Earnings

$35,194

Coaching Staff22 coaches across football, basketball, and track & field

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About Henderson State Athletics

Henderson State is a NCAA Division II athletic program located in Arkadelphia, AR, competing in the Gulf South. With an enrollment of 1,491 students, Henderson State offers a small, close-knit campus environment for student-athletes. We map football, basketball, and track & field at Henderson State with coaching staff and roster history visible to signed-in athletes.

The average admissions GPA at Henderson State is 3.1. The school maintains a 39% graduation rate.

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