Herzing University-Akron

  • Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois, 60614-1413,  www.hlcommission.org, (800) 621-7400
  • Herzing University admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

School Highlights

Herzing University-Akron serves 393 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,200
  • Acceptance Rate: 95%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
  • Minority enrollment: 52%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 58% over five years.
Herzing University-Akron
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
14 staff
24 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Herzing University-Akron has declined by 21% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Herzing University-Akron diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
393 students
565 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
189 students
342 students
# Part-Time Students
204 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
393 students
565 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
189 students
342 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
204 students
356 students
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
3%
6%
% Black
40%
16%
% White
48%
62%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Unknown races
3%
8%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2023)
40%
27%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $14,000 is more than the state average of $13,994. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,200
$13,994
Tuition Notes
Tuition based on 200
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
91%
Acceptance Rate
95%
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • It is the mission of Herzing University to educate, support, and empower all students for success in work, learning and engagement in our communities and global society.Career-oriented degree programs include a complementary and integrated generaleducation curriculum established to stimulate students` intellectual growth, to contribute to their personal development, and toenhance their potential for career advancement.To educate, support, and empower all students for success in work, learning and engagement in our communities and global society.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Herzing University-Akron cost?
Herzing University-Akron's private state tuition is approximately $14,200.
What is the acceptance rate of Herzing University-Akron?
The acceptance rate of Herzing University-Akron is 95%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,200
  • Acceptance Rate: 95%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
  • Minority enrollment: 52%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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