Harding University
- 3,874 Students
- Private
- Christian
Description
Harding University, located in Searcy, Arkansas, is a private Christian university affiliated with the Churches of Christ. Known for its commitment to excellence in education from a Christian perspective, Harding offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees across various disciplines, including business, education, nursing, and theology. The university emphasizes spiritual growth, service, and the integration of faith and learning in its academic programs. With a vibrant campus life, strong community values, and a dedication to global engagement, Harding University provides a supportive environment for students seeking a comprehensive education that prepares them for both professional success and personal fulfillment.
National Merit
- NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALIST
Awarded to incoming freshmen who are selected as Semifinalists in the National Merit or National Achievement scholarship program and have selected Harding University as their first-choice university with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The award for this scholarship is full undergraduate tuition. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.25 and live in campus housing. - NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST
Awarded to incoming freshmen who are selected as Finalists in the National Merit scholarship program and have selected Harding University as their first-choice university with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The award for this scholarship is full undergraduate tuition, and a $2,000 annual stipend. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.25 and live in campus housing.
Various
- Academic Achievement Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded to admitted freshmen and are calculated on a combination of test scores and high school GPA. Scholarship amounts range from $7,000 to $11,000 per year for 4 years or 8 semesters. - Trustee Scholar Award
The Trustee Scholar Award is an esteemed scholarship offering full tuition, specially extended to a select group of incoming freshmen. These recipients are chosen from a pool of candidates who meet the following qualifications:
- An ACT score or superscore of 31 or higher.
- An SAT combined Critical Reading and Math score of 1390 or higher.
- A CLT score of 100 or higher.
- A high school grade point average (GPA) of 3.5, computed on a 4.0 scale.
Important Note: Official scores must be received before January 1 of the student’s enrollment year.
To be considered for this prestigious scholarship, candidates must complete a Trustee Scholar application and successfully partake in an interview. Once awarded, Trustee Scholars are expected to uphold a minimum GPA of 3.25 and reside in on-campus housing.
In addition to the full tuition scholarship, recipients are granted admission into the Honors College.