Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Searcy, Arkansas |
| Online | harding.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Churches of Christ |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Searcy, Arkansas, Harding University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Churches of Christ faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,201 prospective students applied, and 1,212 were granted admission. Of those admitted 747 enrolled in the school. 3,874 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 743 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $21,000 plus fees of $540. Harding University is ranked 373 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Harding University is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Harding University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#373 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#250 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Arkansas
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Arkansas
#319 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Arkansas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1060/1290 |
| ACT | 21/29 |
| GPA | 3.72 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $540 |
| Room and Board | $7,460 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,280 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,480 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 19% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Education | 12% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=107044 IPEDS survey data for Harding University.
Current students may use the Harding University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.