Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 21.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 21.2%
- Retention Rate
- 50.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $36,909
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 30.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $60,799 | $27,573 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $58,943 | $19,310 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $57,389 | $19,259 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $50,047 | $33,791 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor | $48,432 | $32,163 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $44,971 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $42,682 | $13,374 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $41,937 | |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $40,132 | $24,410 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $39,009 | $14,375 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $36,195 | $37,778 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $32,925 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $32,569 | $29,440 |
| Legal Support Services. | Bachelor | $32,029 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $28,598 |
Outcomes Overview
Herzing-Akron graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,500 and earn $36,909 ten years after graduation. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 58%, which is reasonable for a career-focused institution. Monthly loan payments of $228 consume about 7.4% of typical graduate income. The 94.2% employment rate reflects the university's focus on in-demand healthcare and business fields where job placement is strong. However, the 30.41% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle with payments despite finding work. Early career earnings of $50,047 within one year show immediate job market value. For students seeking quick entry into healthcare careers, this represents an average return on investment with solid job prospects but concerning repayment challenges.