Harding University

College of Nursing

Harding University is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Searcy, Arkansas. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Arkansas Board of Nursing. The Searcy, Arkansas campus for Harding University is located in a Town setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 4,608. The student-to-faculty ratio is 16-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $25,962, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $25,962 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Pre-Nursing Studies (PRE)
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Post Master of Science in Nursing Certificate (Post-MSN)

Visit the Harding University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Arkansas periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Arkansas Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Arkansas will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2024-2025
Student population:4,608
Student-to-faculty ratio:16-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$25,962
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$25,962
Room and board:$9,060
Percent on financial aid:100%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:100%
SAT Reading Writing range:530-650
SAT Math range:520-630
ACT Composite range:21-28
ACT English range:21-30
ACT Math range:18-26
Religious affiliation:Churches of Christ

Student Profile

Male 45%
Female 55%
Full-Time 80%
Part-Time 20%
Undergraduate 76%
Graduate 24%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Harding University. You can also see the Harding University campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.

Map showing the location of Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas

  • Address: 915 E Market Ave, Searcy, Arkansas 72149
  • Phone Number: 501-279-4000

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Last updated: October 9, 2025

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