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Herzing University-Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 50 Hurt Plaza SE Ste. 400, Atlanta, GA 30303 · Phone: 4048164533116 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Jan 2024 · Show Cause · Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education; Apr 2024 · Removal of Show Cause Status.
Herzing University-Atlanta is a private non-profit trade school in Atlanta, GA offering medical billing & coding and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Herzing University-Atlanta carry a median debt of $21,500 and earn a median of $36,909 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average of 49.7% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported for Herzing University-Atlanta in federal data; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 70.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $36,260 | $51,550 | $64,840 |
| Medical assistants | $34,270 | $41,600 | $46,870 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $26,317 | $25,932 | $18,701 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $24,006 | $25,580 | $18,240 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 9 | $27,775 | $27,841 | $25,615 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $35,289 | $28,411 | $21,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 1 | $27,775 | $27,841 | $25,615 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Herzing University-Atlanta is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Atlanta, Georgia. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing offerings recognized by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The campus awards credentials across five program areas, most commonly medical billing & coding programs (26 completions) and medical assistant programs (21 completions).
Federal data show 47 trade program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 387. The campus's completion rate compared with the state average of 49.7% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates who took out federal loans is $21,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are $36,909. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 70.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the campus serves a large share of lower-income students.
Based on the program mix, this campus may suit students seeking focused, allied-health administrative training such as billing, coding, or medical assisting rather than long-form degree programs, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners or career changers considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying. Contacting the school directly is the best way to confirm program schedules, delivery format, and any details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Herzing University-Atlanta offers programs in five areas, most notably medical billing & coding programs (26 completers) and medical assistant programs (21 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs also recognized by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 70.3% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate compared to the Georgia state average of 49.7% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $21,500 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $36,909, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Herzing University-Atlanta is a private non-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional priorities compared with public or for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (404) 816-4533 for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?140340.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix, focused on medical billing, coding, and medical assisting, suggests options for career-focused training, though specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or relevant state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Herzing University-Atlanta by phone at (404) 816-4533 or visit its website at https://www.herzing.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.