Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Hendrix College is a small, private liberal arts college located in Conway, Arkansas. The campus offers a close-knit community feel for its approximately 1,000 undergraduate students. While affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the college maintains a secular curriculum, fostering a diverse student body. As a member of the Associated Colleges of the South, Hendrix offers students a collaborative academic environment.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Central Methodist's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 37% of students receive Pell Grants; 64% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $25,582, roughly 6% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $22,570 | $90,280 |
| $30K – $48K | $24,407 | $97,628 |
| $48K – $75K | $24,195 | $96,780 |
| $75K – $110K | $28,138 | $112,552 |
| $110K+ | $28,601 | $114,404 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $27,140 | $108,560 |
Programs at Central Methodist
10 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
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Nursing
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75
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$73,569/yr | High | 6.3x |
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57
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$49,629/yr | Very High | 3.6x |
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Accounting
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52
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$45,023/yr | Very High | 3.4x |
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Business
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51
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$39,435/yr | High | 4.1x |
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Criminal Justice
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40
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$36,223/yr | Moderate | 2.7x |
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Biology
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34
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$35,416/yr | High | 3.8x |
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Human Development & Family Studies
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34
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$32,588/yr | High | 2.7x |
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Psychology
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33
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$36,323/yr | High | 2.8x |
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Teacher Education
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32
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$32,393/yr | High | 2.2x |
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Education
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13
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$29,753/yr | High | 1.9x |
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