College comparison

Alcorn State University vs Henderson State University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS	Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR
Acceptance rate	45%	—
SAT (25–75)	670–998	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,363	1,456
Avg net price	$13,265	$23,405
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Alcorn State, MS	Arkadelphia, AR

Quick answers

Is Alcorn State University or Henderson State University harder to get into?

Acceptance-rate data for one or both schools is incomplete, so a direct selectivity comparison isn't available yet.

What SAT score do you need for Alcorn State University vs Henderson State University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 670–998 at Alcorn State University and — at Henderson State University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.