Known for business
Harding University is a private institution in Searcy with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1187, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.3K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,876 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,579.
Established
1924
Motto
Inspired Purpose
Type
Private university
Division
Division II
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100%Acceptance
1187SAT Avg
3,323Students
16:1Student:Faculty
71%Grad Rate
$52,876Earnings 10yr
$20,579Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate100.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1187
Reading & WritingMid: 595
530650
MathMid: 580
520630
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 24
2128
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$24,888
Room & Board$9,940
Books & Supplies$512
Total Cost of Attendance$36,385
Average Net Price$20,579
Median Debt at Graduation$26,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$281
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$16,473
$30–48K$16,466
$48–75K$18,528
$75–110K$22,084
$110K+$23,563
Programs (101)
Student Body
Undergrads
3,323
Gender Split
55% / 45%
Women / Men
First Generation
21%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%
Race & Ethnicity
White 80%
Black 5%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate70.9%
Freshman Retention86.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$43,555
8 Years$48,980
10 Years$52,876
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,900
Men
$55,100
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia