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Summary
Harding University is a private institution that was founded in 1924. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,304, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 350 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Harding University's ranking in the 2013 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (South), 20. Its tuition and fees are $15,210 (2012-13).
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Harding University is a Christian liberal arts university, nationally recognized for its outstanding academic reputation. Ranking annually among the nation's leaders in the admission of National Merit Scholars and high achieving students, Harding provides an academic experience that cultivates intellectual and personal growth in every individual. Harding graduates are in demand, as more than 400 national and international businesses and graduate schools actively recruit Harding students each year, proving the graduates are well prepared to compete and succeed in this global economy. More than 40 percent of Harding graduates have studied at one of the university's seven international campuses in Australia, Chile, England, France, Greece, Italy and Zambia. Harding competes in 14 intercollegiate sports at the NCAA-II level and has about 100 campus organizations in which students can participate. Harding attracts students from all 50 states and 54 foreign countries allowing students to develop friendships with fellow students from around the world. Harding is located in the foothills of the beautiful Ozark Mountains and is within a few miles of beautiful hiking trails, parks and sparkling rivers. The university is committed to making a Harding University education financially feasible for all qualified applicants. As the University receives far more applications for admissions than there are spaces available, interested students are encouraged to apply early to reserve a position in the freshman class. |
General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1924 |
| Religious affiliation | Church of Christ |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | suburban |
| 2011 Endowment | $101,881,096 |
Applying
When applying to Harding University, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling, and the early action deadline is November 15. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due July 1. The application fee at Harding University is $40. It is more selective, with an acceptance rate of 72.2 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | more selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | 72.2% |
| Application deadline | rolling |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | July 1 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Harding University is 17:1, and the school has 48.5 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Harding University include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Health Professions and Related Programs; Education; Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities; and Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 81.0 percent.
Student Life
Harding University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,304, with a gender distribution of 47.1 percent male students and 52.9 percent female students. At this school, 76.0 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 24.0 percent of students live off campus. Harding University is part of the NCAA II athletic conference.
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| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA II |
Campus Info & Services
Harding University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, health service, and health insurance. Harding University also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, student patrols, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Of the students at Harding University, 70 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is not permitted for students of legal age at Harding University.
| Students who have cars on campus | 70% |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
At Harding University, 59.8 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $8,324.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
| Tuition and fees | $15,210 (2012-13) |
| Room and board | $6,192 (2012-13) |
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