Campus Vibe
Known for biology — close-knit campus
Hendrix College is a private institution in Conway with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1336, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,376 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,409.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1336
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
55.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-1.1%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (31)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
78%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Hendrix College was founded as a primary school called "Central Institute" in 1876 at Altus, Arkansas, by Rev.
- •In 1881 it was renamed "Central Collegiate Institute" when secondary and collegiate departments were added.
- •The next year the first graduating collegiate class, composed of three women, were awarded Mistress of English Literature degrees.
- •In 1884, three conferences of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South purchased the school.
- •The Central Collegiate Institute was renamed "Hendrix College" in 1889 in honor of Rev.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AR state average + city premium
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