Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 29.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 25.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $36,909
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- 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. | Master | $94,408 | $40,934 |
| Computer Programming. | Bachelor | $62,260 | $31,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $58,943 | $19,310 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $57,389 | $19,259 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $53,775 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $50,047 | $33,791 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor | $48,432 | $32,163 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Certificate | $47,394 | |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $44,971 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $44,389 | $41,000 |
| 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 |
Outcomes Overview
Herzing Birmingham graduates face a challenging financial reality with median debt of $21,500 against earnings of $36,909, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 58%. Monthly loan payments of $228 consume about 7% of typical graduate income. The 30% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle to manage payments effectively. Most graduates enter healthcare fields like medical assisting and nursing support roles, where starting salaries often lag behind debt obligations. The 94% employment rate shows strong job placement, but the 25% six-year graduation rate indicates many students don't complete programs. Given the debt burden relative to earning potential in target careers, this represents a weak return on investment for most students.