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ACCEPTANCE RATE

61.34%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

99%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

38

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$10,789

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Child Development Degree

The child development program at Harding University prepares students for careers in child care centers, special needs programs, in home care, family child care, school age care, preschools, and recreational programs. The program focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of human services. Program courses include: parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development, external support services, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other Arkansas colleges that offer child development degrees.

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Harding University (UACCB)

2005 White Drive, Batesville, AR

Harding University is a nonprofit private school that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Searcy, AR, in a predominantly rural area. The Churches of Christ affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately 6,700 students enroll at Harding University per year.

Areas of study available at Harding University include but are not limited to:

  • Education
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 22 - 28 on the ACT or 1000 - 1260 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of admission. Harding University admits roughly 70% of applicants. Of those applicants accepted, about 66% registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at harding.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $16,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their costs. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The Harding University Bison participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the Harding University website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Child Development Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UACCB offers a bachelor's degree program in child development.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female13

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White13

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Child Development program at Harding University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Farm and Home Management Advisors

Description

Advise, instruct, and assist individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home economics activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to solve problems; and instruct and train in product development, sales, and the use of machinery and equipment to promote general welfare. Includes county agricultural agents, feed and farm management advisors, home economists, and extension service advisors.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants UACCB accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Harding University may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assistance to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

UACCB is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (367)
  • Basketball (367)
  • Track and Field (367)
  • Football (367)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball