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Congratulations!

Congrats on taking the first steps towards your education goals. Have you received your approval email from Guild? If not, don’t worry, you should receive an email within seven days of submitting your Guild application.


If you have received your Guild approval email, double congratulations! Here are your next steps for becoming a Guild student at Herzing University:

State Requirements

Certain programs have specific state requirements. Be sure to check with Herzing University to be sure you reside in a state that is supported by your program.

Tech Requirements

Students may be required to download software to complete coursework as part of this program and should have access to a personal computer in order to download and access the required software. This software may not be downloadable or accessible on an employer-issued computer.

Other Requirements

Some programs may have additional admissions requirements that include a minimum TEAS score, a Wonderlic test score, background check, drug screening, etc. Admissions advisors at Herzing will identify specific requirements during the admission process for your desired program.

1 — Make Sure You’re Eligible

Check to make sure you're eligible for your company's education benefit, right up to the first day of your courses. Go to the Guild home page and check your eligibility status in the upper right-hand corner. For more information about eligibility, contact Guild support.

2 — Submit Your Herzing University Application

After receiving your approval email from Guild, you will receive an email from an admissions advisor at Herzing University within 3-5 business days with directions on how to apply for acceptance into your chosen program. You do not need to fill out an inquiry form with Herzing prior to being contacted by your advisor. After your advisor emails you and you begin your Herzing application, be sure to choose the same learning program on your Herzing University application that you selected on the Guild application, or you may have to pay for the program on your own. Please also be sure to use the same name, email address, and other personal information you used on your Guild application when completing the Herzing University application. Using different information may result in delays for your start at Herzing University.

Make sure to read the email completely to understand what is required for your application.

Please note that as a part of the enrollment process, you will be required to speak with an Admissions Counselor at Herzing University.  

Depending on your program of interest, you may also be required to provide references. If so, please follow the instructions provided by Herzing University in your application process, and request letters of recommendation from professional or academic references who can best speak to your ability to be successful in this program.

3 — Start Your FAFSA

Gather important documents and complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online. Use the Herzing University code 009621. Follow the detailed instructions provided by the Federal Student Aid office. When you're finished, you may be offered awards which you can accept or decline.

You can also go directly to https://www.herzing.edu/tuition-financial-aid to learn more about the FAFSA process at Herzing University.

Per the Employer policy, each student enrolling in a program that is eligible for federal financial aid may be required to complete one or more of the following items before initial program enrollment and annually thereafter: FAFSA, financial aid packaging / awarding process, accept any grant aid awarded. If any grants are accepted they will be applied to tuition and mandatory fees before the employer payment. If you have questions regarding your Employer education benefit policy, please consult Guild support. If you have questions about financial aid, please contact Herzing University’s financial aid office at fa@herzing.edu. 

4 — Send Your Transcripts to Herzing University

If you have taken college classes before, Herzing University will evaluate your transcripts and  possibly apply credits to your new program. You may also have to submit your most recent high school transcripts.

Note: You may be able to use a service to request your transcripts. To learn more about this process, click here to access Guild's Transcript Help Center.

If you have previous education outside of the U.S. (i.e., foreign credentials), there are extra requirements to complete to enroll at Herzing University.

  • A general foreign credential evaluation of your transcripts by a NACES member agency or One Earth is required. The evaluation must be sent directly to Herzing University from the credential agency. 

    • If you would like your previous credits evaluated for potential transfer, a course-by-course evaluation is required.

  • An English translation of your non-English transcripts is required.

  • Proof of English proficiency may be required.

  • Confirm requirements with Herzing University's Admissions Department before paying out of pocket for an evaluation, translation, and/or exam.

  • If you need more help with the foreign credentials process, please review this article. You can also message Guild Support or call 1-800-985-4027 (Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. MT).

Transcripts can be emailed to registrar@herzing.edu.

Paper transcripts can be mailed to:

Herzing University

Registrar

275 West Wisconsin Ave. Suite 210

Milwaukee, WI 53203

Note: It may take 4-6 weeks for transcripts to arrive at Herzing University, so order them as soon as possible.

You can also go directly to https://www.herzing.edu/admissions to learn more about the transcript process at Herzing University.

5 — Confirm Acceptance & Intent to Enroll at Herzing University

Once you receive an acceptance letter from Herzing University, follow the instructions provided and be sure to take the appropriate steps to confirm your acceptance at Herzing University and your intent to enroll into their program.

6 — Connect with Your Herzing University Academic Advisor & Register for Courses

Schedule a meeting with your Herzing University academic advisor to get ready for starting your program. Your academic advisor is available to help you register for courses (if applicable), support you in your Herzing University program, discuss course-related questions, and share resources available to you at Herzing University.

7 - Complete Your Herzing University Orientation Process

Make sure to take time to complete the Herzing University orientation process to learn more details about your program, expectations, and keys to your academic success!

8 - Get Your Books & Materials Ready

Get your books and other materials ready for your courses. Check the syllabus for each course to find out what you need and be sure to keep your receipts - you may need them for returns or reimbursements.

9 - Stay Enrolled in Courses

Make sure you participate in courses within the guidelines and deadlines provided in order to stay enrolled in your program at Herzing University. Failure to do so may result in you being automatically dropped from the program or prevent you from continuing.

10 - Chat with Your Guild Growth Coach for Support

Once you’ve made it past add/drop, you’ll have a chance to talk with your Guild Growth Coach. This is the time to discuss your education and career aspirations, ask questions, and set goals for completing your program at Herzing University.

11 - Complete Your Coursework at Herzing University

Your Guild support network, along with your Herzing University support team, will be there to offer guidance and support throughout your program. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Guild support or Herzing University at 866-508-0748 with any questions you may have!

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