Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Averett University 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 Virginia colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Averett University (AU)

5700 Southern Blvd Ste 100, Virginia Beach, VA

AU provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Danville, VA and operated as a private institution. The school's limited space in terms of enrollment, about 900 students, allows students to have a more hands on education due to the number of students per class and easier access to faculty.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Agriculture Operations
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 830 - 1050 for the SAT exam and within the range of 17 - 23 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to AU.  Approximately 54% of students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 20 percent choose to enroll.  For additional information from the admissions office, you can simply request information via this page.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $27,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $6,100. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Averett University offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at averett.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. AU offers a bachelor's degree program in accounting.

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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

• Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $73810

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

• Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
  • Total Employment: 500
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.20
  • Average Annual Salary: $73210

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

• Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $64370

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