Engineering at Harding University
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Harding University is located in Searcy, AR.
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Online Class Availability at Harding University
Many students take online classes at Harding University. Of 4,696 students, 642 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 814 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Harding University
Use these rankings to compare Harding University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arkansas | #7 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #8 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #105 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #121 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #504 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #639 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Harding University
Those who finish Harding University’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,533 |
| 2 years | $58,673 |
| 3 years | $67,054 |
| 4 years | $67,816 |
| 5 years | $79,712 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Harding University earn a median of $67,816, compared with $58,062 for all Harding University graduates — about 17% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Harding University is $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Harding University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Chemical Engineers | $130,903 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | $122,967 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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