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Herzing University-New Orleans
Metairie, Louisiana · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 3900 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 · Phone: (504) 733-0074 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Herzing University-New Orleans is a private non-profit trade school in Metairie, LA, offering surgical technologist, medical billing & coding, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Median graduate debt is $21,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,909, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; a campus completion rate versus the state average of 59.2% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Herzing University-New Orleans; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 76.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical technologists | $36,580 | $57,370 | $62,790 |
| Medical records specialists | $32,900 | $44,610 | $61,150 |
| Medical assistants | $28,970 | $36,320 | $38,550 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | $40,143 | $33,077 | $21,456 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 7 | $27,775 | $27,841 | $25,615 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $35,289 | $28,411 | $21,000 |
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-New Orleans is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Metairie, LA. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus reports 346 undergraduate students and awards credentials mainly in surgical technologist programs, medical billing & coding programs, and medical assistant programs, with surgical technologist programs being the largest, at 23 recent completers.
Federal data shows 33 trade program completers at this campus. A campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the statewide average completion rate is 59.2%, and how this campus compares to that average is not reported. Graduates carry a median debt of $21,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,909. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 76.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, health-focused career programs such as surgical technology, medical billing and coding, or medical assisting, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying, since some data points, including cost and completion comparisons, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Herzing University-New Orleans offers surgical technologist programs, medical billing & coding programs, and medical assistant programs. Surgical technologist programs are the largest, with 23 recent completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 76.7% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
A campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Louisiana state average completion rate is 59.2%, but how this campus compares is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $21,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,909, per the U.S. Department of Education 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 at (504) 733-0074 or visit https://www.herzing.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Herzing University-New Orleans is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status can affect institutional priorities and how tuition revenue is used, though it does not by itself guarantee outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedule options.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?433536.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers health-focused programs like surgical technology and medical assisting, which are common paths for career changers, but specific scheduling or adult-learner support details are not reported in federal data. Contact the school to discuss fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Herzing University-New Orleans at (504) 733-0074 or through its website at https://www.herzing.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data provided does not include comparative figures for nearby schools offering the same programs. Use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings data across campuses.
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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.