After being developed by the Langen club in Germany, Herber received several professional offers in Europe, but turned them down in favor of a U.S. college career.
The 6'6", 200 lb (1.98 m, 91 kg) all-around guard became the second recruit of new West Virginia coach John Beilein in 2002.
During his time at WVU, Herber spent his summers with the German junior national team, competing in the 2005 World University Games.
He was also a member of the German senior national squad for the 2006 World Championship.
Herber played in seven games as Germany advanced to the quarter-finals before losing to Team USA.