Harding University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 3,382 students.
About This School
Harding University is a private nonprofit institution located in Searcy, Arkansas with approximately 3,382 undergraduate students enrolled. Harding University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,130 per year. The graduation rate is 69%, and the typical graduate earns $47,000 within 10 years of enrollment.
Harding University is a private Christian university in Searcy, Arkansas, United States. Established in 1924, Harding is associated with the Churches of Christ.
Worth considering if you're drawn to a faith-based community and want to keep costs manageable — at $20,579/year after aid and a median debt of just $21,601, the financial picture is reasonable. The 87% freshman retention rate suggests students generally feel at home here, and a 71% graduation rate is solid without being exceptional. The one honest concern: median earnings of $47,000 a decade out are modest, so think carefully about your intended major and career path before committing.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 11% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,382 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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