Henderson State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

36%
Minority Students
52%
Female Students
1%
International
16
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Henderson State University has a diverse student body with 36% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
63.3%(1,119)
Hispanic
7.5%(132)
African American
22.6%(400)
Asian
1.9%(33)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%(20)
Pacific Islander
0.3%(5)
Unknown
3.3%(58)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color36%
Total Enrollment2,519
International Students1%

Cultural Engagement

Henderson State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Henderson State University has a gender distribution of 52% female students and 48% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
47.6%(860)
Women
52.4%(947)

Gender Statistics

Men860

34% of total enrollment

Women947

38% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Henderson State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

28%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Henderson State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 82% in-state residents, 17% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
82.4%(333)
Out-of-State
16.8%(68)
International
0.7%(3)

Regional Representation

In-State333

82% of student body

Out-of-State68

17% of student body

International3

1% of student body

States Represented

16 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

36%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

52%

Female Students

Global Reach

1%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age