At a glance
Average net price
$22,130
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
68.8%
Admission rate
71%
Undergrad size
3,382
In-state tuition
$26,262
Out-of-state tuition
$26,262
Cost of attendance
$39,534
Median earnings (10y)
$52,876
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,182
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 86.4%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (23%), humanities & arts (23%), stem (16%).
- STEM16%
- Health13%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services8%
- Business15.9%~539 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions13.1%~444 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education12.6%~425 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science7.2%~245 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~208 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication4.8%~163 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~154 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering4.2%~140 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~131 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology3.8%~127 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~118 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~113 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.2%~109 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.5%~86 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology2.3%~77 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences1.5%~50 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.1%~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 129 | $56,933 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 121 | $34,503 | $27,639 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 116 | $41,163 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 94 | $57,642 | $30,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master's | 77 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | $26,054 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 75 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 74 | $28,811 | $27,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 73 | $27,920 | $26,854 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 70 | $101,011 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 65 | $56,219 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 62 | $41,788 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 62 | $69,415 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 58 | $72,335 | $24,149 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 58 | $36,408 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 58 | $38,116 | $27,750 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 55 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 55 | $28,183 | $29,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 54 | $88,618 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 51 | $50,124 | $27,250 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 48 | $53,156 | $19,338 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 46 | $28,728 | $18,114 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 46 | $25,296 | $23,920 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 43 | $40,928 | $27,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 38 | $25,870 | $26,909 |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 36 | $57,466 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 32 | $38,120 | $24,955 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 31 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 26 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 25 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 25 | $42,621 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 22 | $56,533 | $27,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 20 | $48,088 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 19 | $40,320 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Harding University
Harding University is a mid-sized institution located in Searcy, Arkansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,382 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Harding University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,130 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $26,262 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $39,534 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 68.8%, a above-average completion outcome. 86.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,876 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Harding University confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), stem (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Harding University accepts 71% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,182. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Searcy, Arkansas (town), Harding University draws students from across Arkansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Harding University
Q.How much does Harding University cost?
The average net price at Harding University is $22,130 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $39,534.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Harding University?
Harding University has a 6-year graduation rate of 68.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Harding University?
Harding University admits 71% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Harding University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Harding University graduate earns $52,876 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Harding University?
Published tuition is $26,262 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Harding University located?
Harding University is located in Searcy, Arkansas (ZIP 72149).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Harding University at their official website.