Harding University
915 E. Market Ave.Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 279-4000
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 6951
Type: Private nonprofit 4-year or above
Main Website: www.harding.edu
Financial Aid: financial aid link
Annual Costs
Tuition and fees: $17,040.00
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $27,656.00
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $27,656.00
Quick links: Admissions | Test Scoring | Financial Aid | Degrees | Majors | Scholarships
Test Scoring
| 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile* | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 480 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 610 |
| SAT Writing | ||
| ACT Composite | 22 | 28 |
| ACT English | 22 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Writing |
*Click here for an explanation of 25th and 75th Percentile scoring.
Financial Aid
| Percentage of students receiving any financial aid | 98% |
| Percentage of students receiving Federal Grants | 28% |
| Average Federal Grant | $4,217.00 |
| State Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving state aid | 22% |
| Average state aid | $4,567.00 |
| Institutional Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid | 94% |
| Average institutional aid | $6,711.00 |
| Student Loans | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving a student loan | 58% |
| Average student loan | $7,272.00 |
- Degrees
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - RESEARCH/SCHOLARSHIP
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- Majors
- Accounting
- Advertising
- Art Teacher Education
- Art Therapy/Therapist
- Athletic Training/Trainer
- Behavioral Sciences
- Bible/Biblical Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Biology Teacher Education
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Broadcast Journalism
- Business Administration and Management
- Business/Corporate Communications
- Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
- Chemistry
- Child Development
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Corrections and Criminal Justice
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Dietetics/Dietitian
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
- Divinity/Ministry
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Economics
- Education
- Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Educational/Instructional Technology
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Family and Community Services
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
- Fashion Merchandising
- Finance
- Fine/Studio Arts
- French Language and Literature
- French Language Teacher Education
- General Studies
- Graphic Design
- Health Teacher Education
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
- History
- Housing and Human Environments
- Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Humanities/Humanistic Studies
- Information Technology
- Interior Design
- International Business/Trade/Commerce
- International/Global Studies
- Journalism
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mechanical Engineering
- Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Music
- Music Teacher Education
- Painting
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy/Therapist
- Physician Assistant
- Physics
- Political Science and Government
- Pre-pharmacy Studies
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Relations/Image Management
- Reading Teacher Education
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Religious Education
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Social Sciences
- Social Studies Teacher Education
- Social Work
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Spanish Language Teacher Education
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Speech Teacher Education
- Speech-language Pathology/Pathologist
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
- Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
- Theology/Theological Studies
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
- Youth Ministry
- Advertising
Harding University Scholarships
Stephens Freshman Scholarship
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolled full-time at Harding University. Students must have a minimum 22 ACT score or a minimum 1020 SAT score and have financial need. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
Reba F. Sloan Dietetics Scholarship
Scholarship for college juniors or seniors enrolled full-time at Harding University Home Economics Department majoring in Dietetics. Students must have a minimum 3.5 CGPA, demonstrate high moral standards, completed a minimum of one semester at Harding University, and are seeking acceptance into an ADA approved Dietetic internship. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
Restricted-Endowed Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduate or graduate students enrolled full-time at Harding University. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Music Departmental Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduate or graduate students enrolled full-time at Harding University Department of Music. Students must demonstrate performance ability and professional promise. An audition is required. Due date may vary. more...
Mildred L. Bell Home Economics Scholarship
Scholarship for American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) members who are college juniors or seniors enrolled full-time at Harding University Home Economics Department majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences. Students must have a minimum 3.0 CGPA and demonstrate high moral standards and leadership skills. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. Nonrenewable; recipients may reapply. more...
Arkansas Scholarships
Junior College Degree
Scholarship for juniors transferring to John Brown University. Applicants must have completed a two-year college degree. Number of awards may vary. more...
Ellen Thomas Music Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students attending the University of Central Arkansas who are majoring in Music. Selection based on academic achievement, musical talent and potential. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Women's Varsity Volleyball
Scholarship for female undergraduate students attending John Brown University participating in varsity volleyball. Due date and number of awards may vary. Award amount varies up to full-tuition. more...
Varsity Basketball
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending John Brown University participating in varsity basketball. Due date and number of awards may vary. Award amount varies up to full-tuition. more...
Reba F. Sloan Dietetics Scholarship
Scholarship for college juniors or seniors enrolled full-time at Harding University Home Economics Department majoring in Dietetics. Students must have a minimum 3.5 CGPA, demonstrate high moral standards, completed a minimum of one semester at Harding University, and are seeking acceptance into an ADA approved Dietetic internship. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
W.E. & Irene K. Pennington Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students attending the University of Central Arkansas. Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 GPA and financial need. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
CBA Insurance & Risk Management Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students attending the University of Central Arkansas who are majoring in Insurance and Risk Management. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Jose Chicol
Scholarship for minority undergraduate students attending John Brown University. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Students must file the FAFSA. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
Cecily Coffelt-Bullard Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students (freshmen ineligible) attending the University of Central Arkansas who are majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences. Selection based on academic achievement, financial need and potential. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Toad Suck Daze Scholarship
Scholarship for graduates of a Faulkner County, Arkansas who are full-time undergraduate students attending the University of Central Arkansas. Selection based on academic achievement, community involvement and financial need. Preference given to incoming freshmen. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...