Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Medaille 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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Medaille College (MMC)

221 E 71st St, New York, NY

Medaille College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Buffalo, New York, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. Medaille College has an annual student enrollment of about 2,700.

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

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

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by the admissions office. Very common exam scores among applicants admitted to this school are within the range of 17 - 22 on the ACT, or 790 - 990 for the SAT exam. Approximately 70 percent of all applicant were admitted at Medaille College, with 38 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at medaille.edu.

The cost of tuition is around $24,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Medaille College "Mavericks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

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

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.medaille.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 13
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $90270
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 12
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.32
  • Average Annual Salary: $85950

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 220
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $84490
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 670
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $90830

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 640
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $80880
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $80360

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