Harding University
Faith-based college · Searcy, AR · 3,382 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
71%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1050–1290
ACT (middle 50%)
20–29
Average net price
$19,786
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$39,651
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
71%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Harding University?
Harding University accepts about 71 of every 100 applicants (71%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1050 and 1290 on the SAT. A score at or above 1290 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1050, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–29.
The latest federal data says Harding University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Harding University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Harding University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $39,651 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,786 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $27,282 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$27,282
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$27,282
- Room & board$10,124
- Total cost of attendance$39,651
- Average net price after grants$19,786
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Computer Science, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Harding University FAQ
- What is Harding University's acceptance rate?
- 71% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Harding University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1050–1290. Aim for 1290 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Harding University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–29.
- Is Harding University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Harding University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Harding University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Harding University cost?
- About $39,651 a year before aid; $19,786 on average after grants.
- What is Harding University's FAFSA school code?
- 001097. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Harding University receives your information.
- What is Harding University's graduation rate?
- 71% of students finish within six years.
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