Harding University (Harding) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Searcy, AR. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The Harding's tuition & fees is $25,962 for the academic year 2024-2025. 94% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,442.
The school has a total enrollment of 4,696 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Harding's acceptance rate is 70.52% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 44.62%. The median SAT score is 1150 and the ACT score is 24.
Harding ranked 1st in Arkansas Colleges rankings. Harding University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Harding has 1 campuses and you can check institutes' campuses section for their information.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Harding University is $25,962. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,572.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $27,082 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,518.
| Undergraduate | $25,962 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $14,572 |
| Undergraduate | $27,082 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $15,518 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 70.52% Acceptance Rate / 44.62% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,150 SAT / 24 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 69% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 21% |
| Retention Rate | 86%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.69% (13 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 4,696 (3,536 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $16,442 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Harding University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 915 E. Market Ave., Searcy, AR 72149-5615 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 501-279-4000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral / Research University (not R1, R2) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
Harding University has 1 campuses and colleges. The following table shows each campus information. You can check the detailed tuition and directory inforatmion of each school by following the link on the school's name
| Name | Location | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Harding School of Theology | Memphis, TN | - |
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