Economics Degree

The economics program at Hendrix College prepares students for careers as a consultant, financial analyst, market analyst, public policy analyst, purchasing manager, and research assistant. The program focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation, and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Program courses include: economic theory, micro and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other Arkansas colleges that offer economics degrees.

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Hendrix College

1100 Henderson Street, Arkadelphia, AR

Hendrix College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Conway, AR, which is a predominantly rural area. The United Methodist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over a thousand students enroll at Hendrix College yearly.

Areas of study available at Hendrix College include:

• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Social Sciences

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1130 to 1360 on the SAT, or 27 to 32 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school has an admissions rate of 83 percent of which only 30 percent chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at hendrix.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $36,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their costs. The cost of on-campus housing is around $5,500 per year. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Hendrix College Warriors participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the school's http://www.hendrix.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Economics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Hendrix College offers a bachelor's degree program in economics.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Economists

Description

Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, economists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).