Harding University
Former name | Harper College (1915–1924) Arkansas Christian College (1919–1924) Harding College (1924–1979) |
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| Motto | Community of Mission |
| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1924 |
Religious affiliation | Churches of Christ |
Academic affiliations | Space-grant |
| Endowment | $219 million (2022) |
| President | Mike Williams |
| Provost | Marty Spears |
Academic staff | 314 |
| Students | 4,879 |
| Location | , Arkansas , United States 35°14′52″N 91°43′38″W / 35.24785°N 91.72711°W |
| Campus | Suburban, 350 acres (140 ha) |
| Colors | Black and Gold |
| Nickname | Bisons |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division II – GAC |
| Website | harding.edu |
Harding University is a private Christian university with its main campus in Searcy, Arkansas, United States. Established in 1924, the institution offers undergraduate, graduate, and pre-professional programs. The university also includes a graduate school of theology, located in Memphis, Tennessee, which was formerly known as Harding Graduate School of Religion. Harding is one of several institutions of higher learning associated with the Churches of Christ.