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Herzing University-Madison

Madison, WI·Private nonprofit·2,105 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 40%; fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. 67% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

94%
Accept
2,105
Students
$20,319
Net Price
28%
Grad Rate
$41,600
Earnings
10 yr
$11,756
Debt

About This School

Herzing University-Madison is a private nonprofit institution located in Madison, Wisconsin with approximately 2,105 undergraduate students enrolled. Herzing University-Madison has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 94%. The average net price after financial aid is $20,319 per year. The graduation rate is 28%, and the typical graduate earns $41,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

Herzing University is a private university with multiple locations throughout the United States, including an online division. The university offers associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas. It has 11 campus locations in 8 states: Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. Its corporate headquarters is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: while the relatively low median debt of $11,756 and open admissions make it accessible, a 28% graduation rate and 48% freshman retention rate suggest most students who start here don't finish — and that's a serious red flag worth understanding before enrolling. Worth considering if you're pursuing a specific career-focused program (like nursing or IT) and have a clear plan to stay on track, but go in with eyes open and ask the school directly why so many students leave.

Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions78%
Business & Marketing11%
Computer Science4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$13,420
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,420
Avg Net Price
$20,319
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants67%
Median debt at graduation$11,756

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
28%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
48%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
$11,756
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$11,756
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,600
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White38%
Black36%
Hispanic/Latino13%
Asian4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,105 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Herzing University-Madison

5218 E. Terrace Dr.

Madison, WI 53718

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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