- 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 98 students (63% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 60%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 98 students
- 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
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
Healthcare Training Institute
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
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
n/a
54 staff
Number of Programs Offered
8
10
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Healthcare Training Institute has declined by 72% over five years.
The Healthcare Training Institute diversity score of 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
98 students
722 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
23:1
# Full-Time Students
62 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
36 students
393 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
98 students
394 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
62 students
311 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
17 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
36 students
844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
217 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
37%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
5%
% Black
46%
41%
% White
2%
40%
% Hawaiian
3%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
9%
7%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.66
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
53%
39%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$12,567
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2023 (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
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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: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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