Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Lincoln Memorial 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 Tennessee colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Lincoln Memorial University (LMU)

1120 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN

Lincoln Memorial University provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Harrogate, TN and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at LMU exceeds 4,400 annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs LMU offers:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 915 - 1100 on the SAT and in a range of 20 - 25 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to LMU. LMU has an admissions rate of around 65 percent of which only 31 percent chose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at lmunet.edu.

The cost of tuition is around $19,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Lincoln Memorial University. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $4,800. Students attending LMU may qualify for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for LMU is the "Railsplitters", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.lmunet.edu today.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lincoln Memorial University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Cleveland, TN
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $57580

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).