Earnings Distribution
How Harding University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harding University | $56,038 | $54,726 | -2% |
| University of Central Arkansas | $54,076 | $63,692 | +18% |
| University of Arkansas | $58,346 | $62,436 | +7% |
| Arkansas State University | $59,822 | $53,943 | -10% |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | $53,963 | $50,193 | -7% |
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Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (6 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Harding UniversitySearcy | $24,888 | $56,038 | $54,726 | — | — |
 Arkansas State UniversityJonesboro | $7,754 | $59,822 | $53,943 | — | — |
 University of ArkansasFayetteville | $9,748 | $58,346 | $62,436 | — | — |
 University of Central ArkansasConway | $10,118 | $54,076 | $63,692 | — | — |
 University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle Rock | — | $53,963 | $50,193 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $59,150 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with communication disorders sciences and services graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Harding University, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.