As a child, you were more excited for science fair than recess. Now as an adult, when you watch The Big Bang Theory, you actually know what they’re talking about. Science is your thing, and you’re hoping that passion can take your career to the next level.
The number of science related jobs is increasing faster than the national average,* but so is the attention. Interests in the sciences has seen a 19% increase from female students and an 11% increase from male students*. Careers in the science field also have the largest salary range of any field, spanning from $33,000-$104,000*, leaving much to consider when choosing your path.
You’ve got the smarts and the know-how, and you’re on the right path. How it works, what it’s made of, and how can I fix it are common thoughts that run through your mind. Turn those thoughts into money with a career in science.
*Bureau of Labor StatisticsUniversity of Arkansas at Little Rock offers 14 Mathematics and Science degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2019, 156 Mathematics and Science students graduated with students earning 113 Bachelor's degrees, 25 Master's degrees, 11 Doctoral degrees, and 7 Certificates.
Hendrix College offers 9 Mathematics and Science degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a small city. In 2019, 136 Mathematics and Science students graduated with students earning 136 Bachelor's degrees.
University of Central Arkansas offers 10 Mathematics and Science degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a small city. In 2019, 193 Mathematics and Science students graduated with students earning 180 Bachelor's degrees, and 13 Master's degrees.
School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR | 19 : 1 | 2,768 | |
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University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR | 24 : 1 | 9,581 | |
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Hendrix College Conway, AR | 11 : 1 | 1,121 | |
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University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR | 20 : 1 | 10,869 | |
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Philander Smith College Little Rock, AR | 21 : 1 | 996 | |
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Central Baptist College Conway, AR | 24 : 1 | 666 |