D
Below Average
Score: 41/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
48/100 · earnings-weighted

Herzing University-Birmingham

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Birmingham, Alabama 35209
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 25%
Outcomes
C
48/100
Affordability
C
53/100
Resources
C
45/100
Experience
D
43/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

448
Total Enrollment
25%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
94%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Herzing University-Birmingham, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$36,909
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$35,295
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,500
Median debt at graduation
12.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
67.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 58% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 57th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AL wage index 0.78). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Herzing University-Birmingham

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer Programming$50,242$78,404-6%#13 of 30#12$31,000
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management$57,229$70,624-17%#79 of 99#56$32,163
Criminal Justice and Corrections$67,229$69,601+26%#29 of 660#5$19,310
Business Administration, Management and Operations$52,469$66,379-3%#506 of 1176#230$33,791
Accounting and Related Services$49,538$54,345-29%#763 of 796#705—
Health and Medical Administrative Services$39,231$51,098-13%#216 of 275#162$37,778
Legal Support Services$33,315—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Herzing University-Birmingham Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $543,648
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,514/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35211 (14.6% cap, Birmingham)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $12,360 $12,360

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
87%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

448
Total Students
85%
Women
20%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 27%
Hispanic 3%
Black 63%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 20%
25-64 (Adult) 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Herzing University-Birmingham?
Herzing University-Birmingham has an acceptance rate of 94%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Herzing University-Birmingham?
Tuition at Herzing University-Birmingham is $12,360 for in-state students and $12,360 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Herzing University-Birmingham?
The graduation rate at Herzing University-Birmingham is 25%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Herzing University-Birmingham a good school?
Herzing University-Birmingham has a Repit College Score of 41/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Herzing University-Birmingham?
Herzing University-Birmingham has a total enrollment of 448 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology