Legal Support Services at Herzing University-Atlanta

Herzing University-Atlanta's graduates in this program start strong—earning nearly $40,000 in their first year, which places them well above both the Georgia median ($31,126) and at the 80th percentile among the state's 21 paralegal programs. That's a meaningful advantage for students entering Georgia's legal job market. The debt load of $31,441 isn't trivial, but with a first-year debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.79, it's manageable compared to many associate degree programs.

The significant caveat here is the earnings trajectory. By year four, median earnings drop to about $36,500—a 9% decline that's unusual for most career paths. This could reflect graduates moving to different roles, job market volatility, or simply the small sample size (under 30 graduates) creating statistical noise. That limited sample size means these figures may not represent what a typical student can expect.

For parents weighing this investment, the program demonstrates clear placement success in its first year, outperforming state competitors by a substantial margin. However, given the small cohort and downward earnings trend, verify current employment outcomes directly with the school before enrolling. The strong initial results suggest capable career services, but you'll want confirmation that recent graduates are finding similarly lucrative positions in Atlanta's legal market.