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Henderson State University is Arkansas's only public liberal arts university in Arkadelphia, founded in 1890, offering 85+ programs with national acclaim in teacher education, aviation, and business. Students rave about the "school with a heart" community, small classes, historic 156-acre campus, supportive professors, and Reddie spirit.

State

Arkansas

Student Population

2,000

Acceptance Rate

71%

GPA Range

3.0-3.5

SAT Range

950-1150

Common Majors

Business, Nursing, Liberal Arts, Aviation, Psychology, Education.

"HSU's family-like Reddie culture shines—caring profs know you, campus events and intramurals build bonds. Arkadelphia offers cozy downtown eats, lake hikes nearby, Hot Springs trips; safe, affordable Southern charm perfect for focused growth!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$7,885 (in-state), $9,882 (out-of-state)

Conference

Great American Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

74-76

Avg Women's Scores

76-78

Men's Team Notes

Henderson State men’s golf averaged about 74–76 per player per round, posting several 70s and 80s across 54‑hole events. The Reddies led regional‑level tournaments, contended in tightly packed fields, and showed solid four‑man scoring balance throughout the season.

Women's Team Notes

Henderson State women’s golf averaged about 76–78 per player per round, reflected in multiple top‑ten finishes at national‑level events. The team turned in several sub‑par and 70s rounds, earned a top‑three regional ranking, and improved low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Colton Cowan

Women's Coach

Colton Cowan

Men's Email

cowanc@hsu.edu

Women's Email

cowanc@hsu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Colton Cowan enters his fourth season as head men's golf coach at Henderson State, leading the Reddies to GAC titles and three straight NCAA Central Region championships. Previously at Austin Peay State (OVC), he secured the program's first conference playoff victory. Cowan emphasizes competitive recruiting from Arkadelphia base.

Women's Coach Bio

In his fourth year directing Henderson State women's golf, Colton Cowan captured three consecutive GAC championships and NCAA Central Region titles. A former assistant with Austin Peay success, he builds on program legacy through sustained excellence and postseason qualification from the Arkansas campus.

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