AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Henderson State University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | 3 | BIOL 10043, BIOL 10031 Intro to Biology and Intro…BIOL 10043, BIOL 10031 Intro to Biology and Intro to Biology Lab (4 hours) | |
| Chemistry | 3 | CHEM 14104 University Chemistry I (4 hours) | |
| United States History | 3 | HIST 21103 U. S. History to 1877 (3 hours) | |
| Psychology | 3 | PSYC 11003 General Psychology (3 hours) | |
| Statistics | 3 | MATH 21003 Statistical Methods (3 hours) | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CPSI 10003 Introduction to Computers (3 hours) | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | ECON 21003 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 hours) | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | ECON 22003 Principles of Microeconomics (3 hours) |
Show all 25 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | 3 | BIOL 10043, BIOL 10031 Intro to Biology and Intro…BIOL 10043, BIOL 10031 Intro to Biology and Intro to Biology Lab (4 hours) | |
| Chemistry | 3 | CHEM 14104 University Chemistry I (4 hours) | |
| Chemistry | 4 | CHEM 14104, CHEM 14204 University Chemistry I and…CHEM 14104, CHEM 14204 University Chemistry I and University Chemistry II (8 hours) | |
| United States History | 3 | HIST 21103 U. S. History to 1877 (3 hours) | |
| United States History | 4 | HIST 21103, HIST 21203 U. S. History to 1877 and…HIST 21103, HIST 21203 U. S. History to 1877 and U. S. History Since 1877 (6 hours) | |
| Psychology | 3 | PSYC 11003 General Psychology (3 hours) | |
| Statistics | 3 | MATH 21003 Statistical Methods (3 hours) | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CPSI 10003 Introduction to Computers (3 hours) | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | ECON 21003 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 hours) | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | ECON 22003 Principles of Microeconomics (3 hours) | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | HIST 11103 Civ To 1660 (3 hours) | |
| World History: Modern | 5 | HIST 11103 Civ To 1660 & HIST 11203 Civ Since 1660 (6 hours) | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | ENSC 10003 Environmental Science (3 hours) | |
| European History | 3 | HIST 11103 Civilization to 1660 (3 hours) | |
| European History | 5 | HIST 11103, HIST 11203 Civ to 1660 and Civ Since…HIST 11103, HIST 11203 Civ to 1660 and Civ Since 1660 (6 hours) | |
| Human Geography | 3 | GEOG 11003 Introduction to Geography (3 hours) | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | SPA 2033 Spanish III (3 credits) | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | CPSI 10003 Introduction to Computers (3 hours) | |
| Art History | 3 | ARHS 10003 Humanities: Art (3 hours) | |
| Music Theory | 3 | MUSC 10003: Music (3 hours) | |
| English Lang/Comp | 3 | ENGL 10103 Freshman English A (3 hours) | |
| English Lit/Comp | 3 | ENGL 10203 Freshman English B (3 hours) | |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | FRE 2033 French III (3 hours) | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | GER 2033 German III (3 hours) | |
| Govt and Pol US | 3 | PLSC 20003 American National Government (3 hours) | |
| Math Calc AB | 3 | MATH 24004 Calculus I (4 hours) | |
| Math Calc BC | 3 | MATH 25004 Calculus II (4 hours) | |
| Physics I | 3 | PHYS 20104 General Physics I (4 hours) | |
| Physics II | 3 | PHYS 20204 General Physics II (4 hours) |
Source: hsu.edu · checked September 20, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business/Commerce | 52 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 52 |
| Psychology | 30 |
| Public Health, Other | 29 |
| General Studies | 28 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 28 |
| Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology | 26 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | 17 |
Show the other 26 majors
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 13 |
| Accounting | 11 |
| Art/Art Studies | 10 |
| Music Performance | 9 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 9 |
| Engineering | 8 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 8 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 7 |
| English Language and Literature | 7 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 6 |
| Social Science Teacher Education | 6 |
| Political Science and Government | 6 |
| Social Work | 5 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 4 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 4 |
| History | 3 |
| Music | 3 |
| Sociology | 3 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| Communication | 3 |
| Computer Engineering | 2 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 1 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 1 |
| Physics | 1 |
| Art Teacher Education | 1 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Great American Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Swimming
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Great American Conference
Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Cru
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), valormovement.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Town, distant
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Arkadelphia, AR
20,920 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Bill and Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field (LIT)
Nearest hub airport
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 7.8 of 20
Elevation
257 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
31°F
July high
94°F
Annual snowfall
1.4 in
Days at 90°F or higher
77 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$730 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- Ouachita Baptist University0 mi
- University of Arkansas at Little Rock58 mi
- Southern Arkansas University Main Campus59 mi
- University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff60 mi
- University of Arkansas Grantham61 mi
- Philander Smith University61 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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