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Best Economics Schools in Arkansas

Arkansas has 2 colleges offering Economics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 39 recent graduates. Graduates in Arkansas earn $39,468 on average within two years — 18% below the national average of $48,383. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

2
Schools in AR
$39,468
AR Avg. Earnings
$48,383
National Avg.
449
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Economics in Arkansas

Public Schools (1)
$40,647
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$38,289
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Arkansas produce comparable or higher early earnings for Economics graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Economics Schools in Arkansas, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Hendrix College logo

Hendrix College

Conway, AR · Private

$38,289
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $38,848
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 53.0%
#2
University of Arkansas logo

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR · Public

$40,647
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $39,237
Graduates: 19
Acceptance: 71.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Economics in Arkansas?
Hendrix College ranks #1 for Economics in Arkansas with median graduate earnings of $38,289 within two years of graduation. There are 2 schools offering Economics programs in the state.
How much do Economics graduates earn in Arkansas?
Economics graduates in Arkansas earn an average of $39,468 within two years of graduation. This is 18% below the national average of $48,383 for this major.
What is the hardest Economics school to get into in Arkansas?
Hendrix College is the most selective Economics program in Arkansas with an acceptance rate of 53.0%. The average acceptance rate across Economics programs in the state is 62.3%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Economics in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, private Economics programs produce average earnings of $38,289 vs $40,647 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 1 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Arkansas

Computer Science $65,547 Information Science/Studies $65,355 Engineering, General $61,852 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $57,293 Computer and Information Sciences, General $57,214 Civil Engineering $55,886 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $55,738 Management Information Systems and Services $49,698
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.