Herzing University New Orleans
- 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
Herzing University New Orleans serves 361 students
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 55%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Herzing University New Orleans ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Herzing University New Orleans
(LA) Community College Avg.
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 years but < 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
37 staff
Student Body
The student population of Herzing University New Orleans has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Herzing University New Orleans diversity score of 1.00 is more than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
361 students
682 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
287 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
395 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
233 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
238 students
284 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
980 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
217 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
n/a
5%
% Black
n/a
33%
% White
n/a
45%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
100%
10%
Diversity Score
n/a
0.68

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.87%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
n/a
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$12,567
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
79%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2021 (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 Herzing University New Orleans often compared to?
Herzing University New Orleansis often viewed alongside schools like Louisiana Technical College-Jefferson Campus by visitors of our site.
What is Herzing University New Orleans's ranking?
Herzing University New Orleans ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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