Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 342000
- Phone: (800) 768-8252
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
76.77%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$11,707Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Accounting Degree
The accounting program at Benedict 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 South Carolina colleges that offer accounting degrees.
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Benedict College (TCL)
921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, SC
Benedict College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Columbia, SC. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately 3,100 students are enrolled annually at Benedict College.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Communications And Journalism
- Family And Consumer Sciences
- Security And Protective Services
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be required for certain programs.
Tuition is approximately $19,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.
The Benedict College "Tigers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students who wish to see more about Benedict College may check out their website at http://www.benedict.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Benedict College offers a bachelor's degree program in accounting.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 5 |
| Female | 9 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 12 |
| White | 2 |
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
Upon completion of the Accounting program at Benedict College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
- Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Beaufort, SC
- Total Employment: 480
- Average Hourly Rate: $27.48
- Average Annual Salary: $57160
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Benedict College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Benedict College may offer student services like:- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
TCL is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Track and Field (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Football (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball