Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Herzing University-Minneapolis

At $24,764 in estimated debt against first-year earnings around $47,000, this program's debt burden sits right in workable territory with a 0.52 ratio—you'd be paying back roughly half a year's salary. Based on comparable programs at similar institutions nationally, that debt load is slightly higher than the national median of $19,309, though Minnesota's market for dental support roles appears to compensate less than the national average ($47,297 versus $55,016).

The four-year earnings figure of $50,191 suggests modest but steady growth, which is typical in dental support fields where experience matters but ceiling effects kick in relatively quickly. What's worth noting is that several Minnesota community colleges produce graduates earning similar or better salaries—Normandale's $62,751 stands out, but even Century College hits $47,789. Since Herzing serves a majority Pell-eligible population (52%), the access it provides matters, but prospective students should understand they're paying private tuition for outcomes that mirror public alternatives.

The practical takeaway: this program should get you working in a stable field without crushing debt, but given that the figures are extrapolated from peer programs rather than this school's actual track record, compare total costs carefully against nearby community colleges that report verified outcomes in the same range or better.