Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Casper College prepares students for a career as a staff accountant, public accountant, tax accountant, financial analyst, business analyst, financial reporting manager, and controller. The program focuses on accounting and related business functions. Program courses include: accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Wisconsin colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Casper College

Also known as UW-Stevens Point

2100 Main St, Stevens Point, WI

Located in the beautiful setting of the Rockies, Casper College in Casper, Wyoming offers students with a two-year education in one of a variety of disciplines. Curriculums provide students with vocational training, transfer opportunities, and continuing education.

The school offers students with 30 technical programs and over 50 associate degree programs in five areas, including health science, social and behavioral science, business and industry, fine arts, and science. Students can opt to obtain a one-year certificate or   two-year associate’s degree, or work toward obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree with one of the college’s affiliate four-year colleges.

Financial aid is offered via loans and scholarship programs. The Hathaway Scholarship is available to qualifying students who’ve attended and graduated from a high school in the state.

The college, which was established in 1945, currently has just over 4,100 students attending classes, and a 60% retention rate. In-state tuition is set at around $2,100 while out-of-state students pay around $4,900 annually.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Casper College offers an associate's degree program in accounting.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Accountants

Description

Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, accountants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.7% from 2014 to 2024

Budget Analysts

Description

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, budget analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.5% from 2014 to 2024

Credit Analysts

Description

Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, credit analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).