A Small Arkansas College with Some Big Differences
by Daniel Z. Kane
Hendrix College, by all appearances, doesn't want to be just another small, liberal arts college. And, by all appearances, it's not.
In an era when many private colleges in the South are becoming increasingly homogeneous and doctrinaire, Hendrix encourages students to be open to new ideas.
In fact, the College website says, "We believe it's important to challenge conventional wisdom and our own assumptions. If you disagree, if you think some things just shouldn't be questioned, you might not be happy at Hendrix."
Hendrix also separates itself from other colleges through its Odyssey Program, which allows (and requires) students to complete three active learning experiences in a choice of areas which include artistic creativity, global awareness, professional & leadership development, service to the world, undergraduate research, and special projects.
The Hendrix student body totals a little over 1,000. Students come from nine nations and more than 30 U.S. states. Approximately one out of eight students is from a minority background.
Hendrix brings in able, motivated students. About 3/4 were in the top quarter of their high school graduating class, and the middle 50% earned ACT composite scores between 25 and 31.
There is one professor per eleven students at Hendrix, and all faculty hold terminal degrees.
Hendrix has managed to put together a very healthy endowment, currently valued at approximately $190 million.
Hendrix is moderately priced in comparison to many colleges its size. And, the actual cost to students is greatly reduced by the availability of financial aid.
If being introduced to new kinds of people and new ideas appeals to you, if you like the idea of doing some learning outside of the traditional classroom, and if you want to share small classes with capable, motivated students, you should find out more about Hendrix.
For more information on higher education options, visit Daniel Z. Kane's website on online colleges and online degrees. This article is available as a unique content article with free reprint rights.
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