Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Richland 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 Texas colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Richland College

6100 S Main St, Houston, TX

About
Richland College, located in Dallas, Texas, was founded in 1972 and is currently the largest community college in the Dallas Community College District. The campus is located on 155 acres of that was once the Jackson Farm, and has maintained a rural atmosphere, including a brook which runs through the campus.

RC is noted as being among the best community colleges in the United States, having received the Malcolm Baldridge Quality Award from the White House, the only community college to have done so. The school serves approximately 24,000 students a year, 20,000 of which are full time students.

Richland College is dedicated to providing the best education possible to its students through a  qualified faculty and constant review of program offerings and facilities, updating them as necessary to ensure they meet modern standards.

Academics
Richland College offers a large number of programs to provide academic or career opportunities to students. These programs allow students to choose which program best suits their goals. Academic transfer programs complete the first two years of a four year education at low cost.

Students who complete such a program will apply to a four year institution to continue their education and earn their bachelor's degree. As colleges and universities have varying requirements for admission, students should meet with a counselor to outline a curriculum that best meets the requirements of their desired school or schools of transfer.

Career and technical programs prepare students for entry into the workforce through training and skill development. Such programs result in a an associate degree or certificate and take between one and two years to complete. Students enrolled in a career program will obtain practical experience alongside a traditional classroom education, and upon completion will be able to apply for an entry level position as a qualified professional.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Executive Assistant
• Electronics Technology
• Software Programming

Additionally, the school offers courses for professionals wishing to upgrade or add to their skill sets for use in the workplace. These courses may be taken without need for full enrollment at the school.

Admissions and Financial Aid
Richland College is an open enrollment institution, admitting all students who meet the minimum requirements for admission. Students should supply transcripts and standardized test scores in order to assist in financial aid procedure and course placement. Students are encouraged to apply online, though they may submit a physical copy of the application on campus.

Once enrolled, students are encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with an advisor to plan one's curriculum. Registration takes place shortly before the start of each semester.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships, and work study programs. Students requiring financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report (SAR) from which will be used to determine financial need, program eligibility, and monetary awards.

Enrolled may be asked to provide additional financial documentation prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure that the information present on the SAR is true and accurate.  Financial aid must be applied for every year by each student.

Clubs and Organizations
Students are encouraged to participate in one or more of the many clubs and organizations sanctioned by Richland College. Such clubs and organizations focus on a variety of subjects from the academic, to social issues, to extracurricular activities.

Each club has its own meeting schedule and purpose, either participating or holding events, casually gathering, or working with the community for awareness or betterment. Students will find individuals with similar interests, often developing bonds that extend beyond the classroom, and sometimes well past graduation.

Clubs and organizations at Richland College include:

• Arts Club
• Chess Club
• Debate Team
• Kindness Club
• Poetry Club

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Richland College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

Salary & Wages

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 37
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $87170

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

Salary & Wages

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $91850

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

Salary & Wages

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $77600

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