Herzing University New Orleans
Tel:
(504) 733-0074
- 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%.
- Herzing University New Orleans is one of 5 community colleges within Jefferson County, LA.
- The nearest community college to Herzing University New Orleans is Herzing University-Kenner (0.0 miles away).
Top Placements
Herzing University New Orleans places among the top 20% of community colleges in Louisiana for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
School Overview
| Herzing University New Orleans | (LA) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Enrollment | 361 students | 1,493 students |
 | ||
| % Unknown races | 100% | 9% |
| Diversity Score | 0.00 | 0.66 |
 | ||
| Median Debt for Graduates | - | - |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | - | - |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) 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 and is a member of the North Central Association (www.ncahlc.org, 800-621-7440).
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Herzing University New Orleans is Herzing University-Kenner (0.0 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Herzing University-KennerPrivate, for profit381 students | 0.00 Mi2500 Williams Blvd
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 733-0074 0.00381 - 289 students | 3.60 Mi5200 Blair Drive
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 671-6700 3.60289 - Blue Cliff College-MetairiePrivate, for profit892 students | 4.10 Mi3200 Cleary Ave
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 456-3141 4.10892 - 18,684 students | 8.30 Mi615 City Park Ave
New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 671-5000 8.3018,684 - n/a students | 12.40 Mi3727 Louisa St
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 736-7072 12.40n/a
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