Management Information Systems and Services at Herzing University-Madison

With two-thirds of students receiving Pell grants, Herzing University-Madison serves a predominantly lower-income population—making the estimated debt-to-earnings picture particularly relevant for families watching their budgets. While comparable MIS programs in Wisconsin suggest first-year earnings around $61,500 against estimated debt of $26,600, this ratio of 0.43 falls within manageable territory. That debt load is slightly higher than Wisconsin's median for these programs ($23,750), though the earnings align closely with state expectations.

The challenge is context: Wisconsin's flagship programs produce notably stronger outcomes, with UW-Madison graduates earning $73,500 and UW-La Crosse at $67,700 in their first year. Even mid-tier UW campuses like Oshkosh outpace what similar Herzing programs typically deliver. For a family choosing between a 94% admission rate private institution and competitive public alternatives, that $6,000-$12,000 annual earnings gap compounds significantly over a career.

The estimated figures here suggest Herzing's MIS program performs adequately but not exceptionally—delivering outcomes near state medians while charging debt slightly above them. For students who need the flexibility or support services that Herzing provides, this could work financially. But families with access to UW system schools should understand they're likely trading stronger earning potential for easier admission, and that tradeoff deserves careful consideration given the actual dollar differences involved.