Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
100.00%
SAT Average
1,187
ACT Range
21-28
Harding University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 100.00%. This means approximately 1,000 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,323 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
100.00%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $24,888 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $24,888 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $36,385 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,579 | State avg: $14,015. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 19.22% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 39.51% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Harding University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$24,888
Room and board
$9,940
Books and supplies
$512
Other expenses
$3,958
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$36,385
Average net price
$20,579
Average aid coverage
43%
$15,806 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Harding University pays approximately $20,579 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Arkansas average of $14,015 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Harding University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Arkansas and national averages.
Harding University net price
$20,579
Arkansas average
$14,015
National average
$17,506
Harding University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $24,888 and average net price at $20,579. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$24,888
Current net price
$20,579
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
70.94%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,876
Undergraduates
3,323
10-Year Median Earnings - Harding University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Harding University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Harding University?
Undergraduates
3,323
Completion rate
70.94%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
19.22%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
39.51%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 19.22% of Harding University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 39.51% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Harding University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Harding University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Harding University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Harding University is listed at 915 E. Market Ave., Searcy, AR 72149-5615. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Harding University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harding University | 100.00% | $24,888 | $20,579 | $52,876 |
| Jefferson Regional School of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $73,975 |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Not available | Not available | Not available | $73,827 |
| University of Arkansas Grantham | Not available | $8,280 | $9,325 | $63,496 |
| Baptist Health College Little Rock | 100.00% | $13,593 | $34,755 | $62,244 |
Similar Schools in Searcy
This local cluster focuses on nearby Searcy schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Searcy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding University's acceptance rate?
Harding University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 100.00%.
How much is Harding University tuition?
Harding University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $24,888.
What is Harding University's average net price?
Harding University's average net price in the local dataset is $20,579.
What does Harding University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $16,473 for Harding University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Harding University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,876 for Harding University.
Is Harding University accredited?
Harding University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Harding University?
The local dataset lists 3,323 undergraduate students at Harding University.
What percentage of Harding University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Harding University in the local dataset is 19.22%.
What is the federal loan rate at Harding University?
The federal loan rate for Harding University in the local dataset is 39.51%.
Where should I verify Harding University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Harding University or the latest official federal education data.