Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Hartwick 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 New York colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Hartwick College

198 College Hill Rd, Clinton, NY

Hartwick College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Oneonta, New York, which is a predominantly rural area. Around 1,500 students enroll at Hartwick College yearly.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Visual And Performing Arts

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1510 - 1810 on the SAT, or 23 - 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 77% of those students that apply are accepted to Hartwick College, of which 13 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $40,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $5,500. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Hartwick College Hawks participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the Hartwick College website to see a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Hartwick College 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

• Utica-Rome, NY
  • Total Employment: 660
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $73840

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).