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Harding University

915 E. Market Ave., Searcy, AR 72143

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00109700
  • President: David Burks
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
  • Local Area: Distant Town
  • Student Enrollment: 6,748
  • College Mascot: Bison

Harding University

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

    - State Approved for Certification

Religious Affiliation

  • Churches of Christ

Website:

www.harding.edu

Mission Statement

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Accreditation

  • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Postbaccalaureate Professional (Education Dominant)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Harding University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology Degree12--
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Biology Degree13--
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting Degree40--
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Business Administration Degree54113-
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Fashion Merchandising Degree10--
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Finance Degree10--
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Human Resources Degree3--
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International Business Degree10--
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Marketing Degree14--
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Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Degree7--
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Communications and Journalism

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Advertising Degree5--
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Broadcast Journalism Degree8--
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Communications Degree1--
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Digital Communication and Media Degree12--
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Journalism Degree7--
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Public Relations Degree14--
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Degree1--
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Computer Science Degree17--
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Information Technology Degree9--
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Web and Digital Design Degree2--
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Education

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Art Teacher Education Degree3--
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Counseling and Guidance Services Degree-19-
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Early Childhood Education Degree49--
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Education Degree-125-
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Education Administration Degree--5
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English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree2--
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Health Teacher Education Degree5--
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Mathematics Teacher Education Degree2--
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Music Teacher Education Degree5--
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Science Teacher Education Degree2--
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Secondary Education Degree-12-
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Social Studies Teacher Education Degree8--
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Spanish Language Teacher Education Degree3--
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Speech Teacher Education Degree1--
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Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree-15-
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Middle School Education Degree14--
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Engineering

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Computer Engineering Degree1--
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Electrical Engineering Degree8--
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Mechanical Engineering Degree7--
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature Degree13--
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Family and Consumer Sciences Degree2--
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Housing and Human Environments Degree2--
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Human Development, Family Studies, Other Degree13--
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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French Language and Literature Degree2--
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Spanish Language and Literature Degree8--
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Art Therapy Degree2--
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Athletic Training Degree7--
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Communication Disorders Degree29--
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Dietetics Degree6--
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Health Care Administration Degree7--
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Marriage Counseling and Family Therapy Degree-13-
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Nursing Degree48--
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Physician Assistant Degree-30-
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Pre-Pharmacy Studies Degree3--
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Speech and Language Pathology Degree-11-
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History

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History Degree14--
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Interdisciplinary Studies

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Global Studies Degree2--
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Interdisciplinary Studies Degree3--
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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General Studies Degree70--
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Humanistic Studies Degree1--
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree4--
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry Degree3--
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Psychology

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Psychology Degree34--
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Public Administration Degree3--
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Social Work Degree22--
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Recreation and Fitness Studies

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Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree34--
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Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree2--
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Security and Protective Services

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Corrections, Other Degree13--
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Social Sciences

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Economics Degree6--
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Political Science Degree6--
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Social Sciences Degree3--
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Theology and Religious Vocations

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Divinity and Ministry Degree-10-
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Missions, Missionary Studies and Missiology Degree6--
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Pastoral Studies, Counseling Degree-9-
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Religious Education Degree1--
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Theology Degree-83
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Youth Ministry Degree15--
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Biblical Studies Degree162-
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Drama Degree2--
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Fine Studio Arts Degree10--
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Graphic Design Degree18--
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Interior Design Degree6--
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Music Degree3--
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Harding University accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Harding University.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.harding.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Harding University admissions office phone number is (501) 279-4407. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.harding.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $40.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate Application Fee: $40.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Recommended
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Recommended
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants9841,1372,121
Number Granted Admission (%)695 (71%)836 (74%)1,531 (72%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)467 (67%)546 (65%)1,013 (66%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam32532%
ACT ® Exam85384%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading500620
SAT ® Math500640
SAT ® Writing--

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite2228
ACT ® English2129
ACT ® Math2027

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 6,748

    • - Undergraduate: 4,173

    - Graduate: 2,575

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 2,610

    - Female: 3,874

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 1,924

    - Female: 2,162

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.9 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 686

    - Female: 1,712

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.4 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 4,312

    - Part-Time: 2,172

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 3,828

    - Part-Time: 258

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 484

    - Part-Time: 1,914

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien3004%
American Indian460.7%
Black3555%
Asian751%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander40.06%
Hispanic1392%
White5,69084%
Unknown430.6%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18590.9%
Ages 18-191,68526%
Ages 20-211,50723%
Ages 22-2496515%
Ages 25-295388%
Ages 30-343866%
Ages 35-393485%
Ages 40-495759%
Ages 50-654086%
Age Over 65130.2%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 81%
  • Part-Time Students: 25%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students63%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male58%
Female68%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien81%
American Indian50%
Black35%
Asian50%
Hispanic68%
White65%
Unknown-

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less41%
5 Years61%
6 Years63%

Tuition & Fees

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The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Prepaid Tuition Plan

    - Allows students or their families to buy college tuition for future years at current prices.

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Harding University, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://misnet.harding.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$14,617$15,090$13,745
$0 - $30,000$10,992$11,113$8,302
$30,000 - $48,000$12,038$12,034$10,048
$48,001 - $75,000$13,729$15,604$14,015
$75,001 - $110,000$16,656$17,458$16,499
More Than $110,000$17,929$17,995$17,158

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$14,610$14,040$13,580
In-State Tuition and Fees$14,610$14,040$13,580
Out of State Tuition and Fees$14,610$14,040$13,580
Books and Supplies$900$900$900

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$6,030$5,922$5,814
Other Expenses$3,200$3,000$2,942
Off Campus
Room and Board$6,030$5,922$5,814
Other Expenses$3,200$3,000$2,942
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$3,200$3,000$2,942

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$24,740$23,862$23,236
In-State$24,740$23,862$23,236
Out of State$24,740$23,862$23,236
Off Campus
In-District$24,740$23,862$23,236
In-State$24,740$23,862$23,236
Out of State$24,740$23,862$23,236
Off Campus with Family
In-District$18,710$17,940$17,422
In-State$18,710$17,940$17,422
Out of State$18,710$17,940$17,422

Graduate Student Expenses

 In-StateOut of State
Annual Tuition and Fees For Graduate Students
Pharmacy School$30,550$30,550

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Harding University financial aid office phone number is (501) 279-4257. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid97699%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid95396%$9,139
All Federal Grants26126%$4,415
Pell Grants25025%$3,919
Other Federal Grants18118%$954
State/Local Grants & Scholarships21522%$5,032
Institutional Grants & Scholarships94896%$6,831
All Student Loans60461%$6,819
Federal Student Loans60361%$6,254
Other Student Loans414%$8,476

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)2.1%2.9%2.2%
Number in Default253125
Number in Repayment1,1741,0651,093

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 3,471
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $2,988

On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

  • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $3,470
  • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 21

Crime & Safety

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Burglary132427
Vehicle Theft16-
Nearby Public Area
Robbery1--
Residence Hall
Burglary72227

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Football Conference: 367
  • College Basketball Conference: 367
  • College Baseball Conference: 367
  • College Track & Field Conference: 367

Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Total Aid$1,930,558$1,269,875$660,683
Ratio (%)100%66%34%

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes405298107
Unduplicated Athletes36627294
Baseball4747-
Basketball321616
All Track Combined784632
Football131131-
Golf17107
Soccer553322
Tennis291514
Volleyball16-16

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$32,075$26,003
Assistant Coaches-$24,331$8,533

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches24159
Baseball22-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches11-
Basketball422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
All Track Combined211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Football66-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches55-
Golf211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Soccer211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Tennis422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Volleyball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1,016808208
Faculty Status3543513
Graduate Assistants48-48
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service386274112
Primarily Instruction386274112
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial61592
Other Professionals21517540
Technical and/or Paraprofessional35430054
Clerical And Secretarial19715443
Skilled Crafts35341
Service and/or Maintenance36315

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$60,060 (244)$63,848 (166)$51,999 (78)
Professor$73,467 (71)$73,844 (64)$70,018 (7)
Associate Professor$61,590 (68)$62,490 (48)$59,431 (20)
Assistant Professor$53,519 (74)$55,605 (44)$50,460 (30)
Instructor$41,759 (30)$42,665 (10)$41,306 (20)
Lecturer$37,260 (1)- (-)$37,260 (1)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$83,038 (30)$84,098 (18)$81,449 (12)
Professor$81,726 (4)$81,726 (4)- (-)
Associate Professor$90,116 (5)$90,116 (5)- (-)
Assistant Professor$84,057 (20)$81,808 (9)$85,898 (11)
Instructor$32,512 (1)- (-)$32,512 (1)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$60,923 (274)$64,333 (184)$53,951 (90)
Professor$73,115 (75)$73,433 (68)$70,018 (7)
Associate Professor$62,422 (73)$63,550 (53)$59,431 (20)
Assistant Professor$56,765 (94)$57,529 (53)$55,778 (41)
Instructor$41,270 (31)$42,665 (10)$40,606 (21)
Lecturer$37,260 (1)- (-)$37,260 (1)
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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