Finance Degree

The finance program at Elmhurst College prepares students for careers as a credit analyst, finance officer, financial advisor, financial analyst, financial planner, loan officer, or investment banker. The program focuses on planning, managing, and analyzing financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Program courses include: principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer finance degrees.

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Elmhurst College

1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL

EC provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Elmhurst, IL and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a United Church of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. EC has a yearly student enrollment of approximately three thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Elmhurst College offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1380 - 1720 on the SAT, or 21 - 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. Elmhurst College accepts roughly 70 percent of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, about 29 percent of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $33,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. On-campus housing is available for students and costs approximately $5,700 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Elmhurst College "Bluejays" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

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

Students Enrolled in the Finance Program

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

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

Chief Sustainability Officers

Description

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Treasurers and Controllers

Description

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, treasurers and controllers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 22
  • Average Hourly Rate: $63.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $132170
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 590
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $90930
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $65.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $135670

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 890
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $76510
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.20
  • Average Annual Salary: $69060

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $74690
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.44
  • Average Annual Salary: $48750
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $60810

Financial Analysts

Description

Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, financial analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 10
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $94840
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $74690
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1

Personal Financial Advisors

Description

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, personal financial advisors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 10
  • Average Hourly Rate: $53.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $110420
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 240
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 600
  • Average Hourly Rate: $63.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $132020

Loan Officers

Description

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, loan officers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 9
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $82770
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 340
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $64470
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 790
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $67410

Financial Quantitative Analysts

Description

Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. Investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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