Herzing University-Birmingham

280 West Valley Ave
Birmingham, AL 35209
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • Herzing University Birmingham was founded in 1965 and acquired by Herzing University in 1968. Herzing University Birmingham now occupies a 40,000 square foot building featuring state-of-the-industry equipment, computer labs, electronic labs, and a library and resource center in order to provide high quality education to Birmingham and surrounding areas. At Herzing University Birmingham, you`ll receive the individual attention that is difficult to get at larger universities. Class sizes are small, with only about 20 to 30 students in each class.As a part of Herzing University, Herzing University Birmingham practices a strong student-first philosophy with every student. Herzing is a family-owned establishment that treats its students as a person, not a number.
  • To educate, support, and empower all students for success in work, learning and engagement in our communities and global society.
  • 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

School Highlights

Herzing University-Birmingham serves 615 students (45% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,200
  • Acceptance Rate: 94%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Herzing University-Birmingham ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five years.
Herzing University-Birmingham
(AL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
31 staff
153 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Herzing University-Birmingham has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Herzing University-Birmingham diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
615 students
1,846 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
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# Full-Time Students
279 students
758 students
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# Part-Time Students
336 students
1,088 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Herzing University-Birmingham.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Alabama.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
588 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
273 students
758 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
6 students
6 students
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Alabama All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
335 students
1,147 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
1 students
19 students
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Alabama All Part Time Graduation Breakdown
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
168 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan students in Herzing University-Birmingham and the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan community college students in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Asian
61%
25%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Herzing University-Birmingham and the percentage of Asian community college students in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
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% Black
3%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Herzing University-Birmingham and the percentage of Black community college students in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Herzing University-Birmingham and the percentage of White community college students in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hawaiian
30%
57%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Herzing University-Birmingham and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Herzing University-Birmingham.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Alabama.
Diversity Score
0.54
0.60
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.2748%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3913%
0.3913%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$45,100
$29,700
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Herzing University-Birmingham and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Alabama by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $1,400 is less than the state average of $13,954. The private state tuition has declined by 90% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,200
$13,954
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Herzing University-Birmingham and the private community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
90%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Herzing University-Birmingham and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,052
$10,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Herzing University-Birmingham and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,747
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Herzing University-Birmingham and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
94%
81%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Herzing University-Birmingham and the community college average percent admitted of Alabama by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
SAT Reading
n/a
530
SAT Math
n/a
545
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
22
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

College has modern computer labs, electronics labs, lecture rooms, and a library and resource center all dedicated to providing students with the tools necessary to find exciting careers in their fields of study.Herzing College will help students develop financial plans to pay for their education through a combination of financial aid (if eligible), family contributions, and employer tuition reimbursement plans. A variety of methods of meeting educational expenses is available. Financial Aid at Herzing College includes grants (outright gifts of money which do not need to be repaid), loans (borrowed money which must be repaid with interest), and employment (assistance in finding part-time jobs). Herzing College has been serious about assisting each student in finding the right job. As a career college, it also helps graduates find employment upon graduation. Career placement is not guaranteed. Herzing University admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
Employability:
  • Providing real-world skills for today's job market
  • Preparing students with job-seeking skills
  • Working with students to develop a polished resume
  • Providing individual assistance during the job search process
  • Working with area employers to develop job leads and interviews
  • Providing valuable work experience through industry externships
  • Assisting students with part-time employment (if needed) while enrolled in classes at Herzing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Herzing University-Birmingham cost?
Herzing University-Birmingham's private state tuition is approximately $14,200.
What is the acceptance rate of Herzing University-Birmingham?
The acceptance rate of Herzing University-Birmingham is 94%, which is higher than the state average of 81%.
What is Herzing University-Birmingham's ranking?
Herzing University-Birmingham ranks among the top 20% of community college in Alabama for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Herzing University-Birmingham located?
Herzing University-Birmingham is located in the Glen Iris neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,200
  • Acceptance Rate: 94%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Jefferson County, AL public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,560 per year for in-state students and $8,200 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,807 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Jefferson County, AL is 98%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Jefferson County, AL community colleges have a diversity score of 0.48, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Jefferson County, AL is Herzing University-Birmingham. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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