Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Millikin 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 Illinois colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Millikin University

1184 W Main St, Decatur, IL

Millikin University is a nonprofit private university that has a large selection of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Decatur, Illinois, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Presbyterian Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Millikin University has a yearly student enrollment of about two thousand.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1400 - 1710 on the SAT, or 20 - 26 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of around 56 percent of which only 23 percent chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at millikin.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,500 annually. Some students at Millikin University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Millikin University "Big Blue" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

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

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.millikin.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

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

• Decatur, IL
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $73890

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).