Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Huntingdon 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 Alabama colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Huntingdon College

280 West Valley Ave, Birmingham, AL

Huntingdon College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists 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 Montgomery, Alabama, which is a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Nearly a thousand students enroll at Huntingdon College per year.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Education

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students accepted to this school achieve an SAT score within the range of 1306 - 1693, or an ACT composite score between 19 - 23. Roughly 60% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 29% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at huntingdon.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $19,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Huntingdon College Hawks participate in a number of athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students may visit the Huntingdon College website to get a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

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

• Birmingham-Hoover, AL
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $68690

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

• Birmingham-Hoover, AL
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $77390

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

• Birmingham-Hoover, AL
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $64830

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