- Herzing University New Orleans first opened its doors in 1996 as a branch of Herzing University�s Atlanta campus. In 2000, the university moved to its current location to accommodate the need for a college in New Orleans with its program offerings. Herzing University New Orleans offers degrees and diplomas in Technology, Paralegal, and Business Administration, producing graduates with high quality and in-demand careers. In fact, the Paralegal program at Herzing University New Orleans is one of the few programs in Louisiana by the American Bar Association. With small class sizes and hands on instruction, Herzing�s students receive a highly valuable and convenient education.
School Highlights
Healthcare Training Institute serves 94 students (95% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 38:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 59%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Healthcare Training Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Healthcare Training Institute
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's--Public Rural-serving Small
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
6 staff
18 staff
Number of Programs Offered
8
6
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Healthcare Training Institute has declined by 73% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Healthcare Training Institute diversity score of 0.34 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 65% over five years.
Total Enrollment
94 students
357 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
38:1
# Full-Time Students
89 students
270 students
# Part-Time Students
5 students
408 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
94 students
315 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
89 students
270 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
1,218 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
13%
1%
% Hispanic
3%
5%
% Black
80%
40%
% White
2%
41%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
9%
Diversity Score
0.34
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
53%
39%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
90%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Herzing University was founded in 1965, and is still operated by the founding family. Renee Herzing, daughter of founder Henry Herzing, acts as the University president, and continues to carry out the university mission of providing a career focused, convenient, and caring education to its students.Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois, 60614-1413,www.hlcommission.org,(800) 621-7400
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Healthcare Training Institute often compared to?
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What is Healthcare Training Institute's ranking?
Healthcare Training Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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