Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Mount Mary 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Mount Mary College

235 N National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI

Mount Mary College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled annually at Mount Mary College.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. Most students admitted to this school score in-between 17 to 25 on the ACT. Approximately 50% of all applicant were admitted at Mount Mary College, with 51% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at mtmary.edu.

Tuition is approximately $25,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The Mount Mary College "Blue Angels" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.mtmary.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mount Mary College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

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

• Fond du Lac, WI
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $56630

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

Salary & Wages

• Fond du Lac, WI
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $53870

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