Top Ranked Programs
Henderson State University's program mix is anchored in health professions and applied fields aligned with regional workforce demand. Nursing is the largest program with 64 graduates, followed by Business/Commerce, General, Teacher Education, Psychology, General, and General Studies. The institution serves 523 students across 25 programs, with 0 meeting Azimuth's ranking threshold. The earnings pattern reflects the institution's focus on Health and professional preparation. Nursing leads with median earnings of $68,733 four years after enrollment and 64 graduates, followed by Accounting with $62,161 and 25 graduates. Business/Commerce, General graduates earn $48,955, while General Studies and Psychology, General round out the strongest-earning fields with $46,783 and $41,112 respectively. These outcomes reflect direct-to-workforce pathways where four-year earnings capture meaningful labor-market entry and early-career progression. Henderson State University's program concentration in Business (representing 16% of graduates) positions the university as a regional pipeline for health and applied-professional careers. The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) framework shows how these dominant fields align with sustained regional and national workforce demand, particularly in healthcare and related service sectors where Henderson State University maintains strong employer partnerships and placement outcomes.