Calculating the cost of college
How much you can expect to pay for returning to school with Herzing University goes well beyond a simple cost per credit figure.
Three crucial factors contribute to the overall calculation when planning your college education: how much it costs, how much help you can receive, and the overall return on your investment.
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How much it costs
Tuition, fees, and expenses
Cost per credit does not paint the entire picture, but it’s a good place to start. Tuition and fees cover extensive access to experienced and credentialed faculty, comprehensive career-focused coursework, online and on-campus resources, career development services, a vibrant community of fellow students, and so much more.
Step one is to determine an estimate of tuition and expenses related to your chosen career program.
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How much help you can receive
Types of financial aid
You aren’t alone! You may be eligible for a host of financial aid options from many sources, including Herzing-funded programs you will not receive elsewhere. We awarded more than $19 million in scholarships and grants to students in 2024.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Discover all of your potential options for financial aid, including scholarships, grants, loans, VA/military benefits, and more.
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Return on your investment
Career success after graduation
The most important metric of all is how much value you get out of your education—the return on your investment. Our career programs exist to fulfill important workforce needs across a wide variety of occupations. Our curriculums are designed to help you succeed in your career, increase your earning potential, and ease the process of paying for school.
Our Financial Aid team can help you estimate total tuition and expenses, review financial aid eligibility, and develop the best funding plan for your personal situation.
College Cost Transparency Initiative
Herzing University is proud to announce our involvement in the College Cost Transparency Initiative, a coalition of more than 600 higher education institutions that have voluntarily committed to follow a shared set of principles and standards that ensure transparency, clarity, and understanding around student financial aid communications. We are proud to partner in this crucial work in providing students and their families with upfront answers on the cost of college.
Financial Wellness: Smart Money in Summer Series
$MART Credit Moves for College Students
Date: July 16th at 11 am (CT)
Join us for an engaging virtual webinar designed to help you understand and manage your credit. Whether you already have a credit history or are just getting started, this session breaks down key concepts like credit score, interest rates, and student loans in a practical way.
What You’ll Learn:
- Strategies for building and maintaining good credit
- How to avoid common credit mistakes
- Techniques for making informed decisions about student loan borrowing
Through interactive polls, real-life examples, and helpful resources, this workshop will boost your understanding and equip you with the tools to make $mart credit choices now and in the future.
Debt Management (presented by BMO)
Date: Thursday, July 23rd at 11 am (CT)
In this interactive session, presented by BMO, you will learn why debt happens and the most common types that students face. We’ll break down simple ways to manage debt, like budgeting, loan consolidation, and choosing the right debt management plan.
What You’ll Learn:
- Strategies for managing debt
- When to apply debt management strategies
- How to create your own personalized plan for managing your debt
Don’t miss out on ways to take control of your money by attending this virtual event!
Budgeting and Savings for College Students
Date: Thursday, August 13th at 11 am (CT)
Join us for an informative and interactive virtual session on Budgeting and Saving for College Students! This one-hour workshop is designed to help you understand key financial concepts like budgeting, saving, and recognizing spending habits. We will explore budgeting from the $MART Change course and discuss how you can apply these lessons to your everyday financial decisions.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to create a realistic budget
- Techniques to track spending habits
- Strategies to start saving during college
- Information about the $MART Change course
Register today to secure your spot!
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Additional resources
Find answers to the most common questions about tuition and financial aid.
Learn about important financial literacy concepts including budgeting, responsible borrowing, and general financial awareness.
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