Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Dallas Baptist 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 Texas colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Dallas Baptist University (DBU)

2389 Midway Road, Ste A, Carrollton, TX

Dallas Baptist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Dallas, TX, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. About five thousand students enroll at DBU yearly.

Areas of study available at DBU include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at DBU. A score in a range of 945 - 1306 on the SAT, or 20 - 28 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. An estimated 40% of all students that applied were admitted at Dallas Baptist University, with 48% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is around $22,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $2,700 annually. Some students at DBU may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The Dallas Baptist University "Patriots" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the school's www.dbu.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DBU offers a bachelor'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

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 29
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $80410
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $76330

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

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $84490
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $77960

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

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $86990
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 500
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $85120

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