Financial Planning Degree

In short, Financial Planning Services is an area of business focused on the use of money and investments. A professional financial planner is someone who helps guide and counsel people to choose the most suitable investments based on their age, profession, personal objectives, and financial status. Get more details below including other North Dakota colleges that offer financial planning degrees.

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University of Jamestown (UJ)

2011 South Washington ST, Grand Forks, ND

Formerly known as Jamestown College, The University of Jamestown provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Jamestown, North Dakota and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Presbyterian Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculum and daily life at the school. The school's small size in terms of enrollment, approximately 1000 students, allows students to have a more hands on education due to the size of the class and ease of access to professors.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to the University of Jamestown have an SAT score within the range of 890 to 1070, or an ACT composite score within the range of 20 to 25. Roughly 60 percent of all students that applied were accepted at UJ, with 48 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $19,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $2,800 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Jamestown College is the "Jimmies", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students can visit the school's https://www.uj.edu to view additional information.

Career Options for Graduates

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

Credit Counselors

Description

Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explaining loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans, advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, and bankruptcy counseling.

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.

Sales Agents, Securities and Commodities

Description

Buy and sell securities in investment and trading firms and develop and implement financial plans for individuals, businesses, and organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales agents, securities and commodities employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Grand Forks, ND-MN
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $67260

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