Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Newberry 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 South Carolina colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Newberry College

100 West College Street, Sumter, SC

Newberry College provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Newberry, SC and operated as a private institution. The school maintains an Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Newberry College is nearly 1,200 annually.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1290 to 1570 on the SAT and between 18 to 23 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to Newberry College. 61% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 33 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at newberry.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $25,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,600 annually. Students attending Newberry College may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The Newberry College Indians participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered:

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

Contact information, academics information, areas of study offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at newberry.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

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

• Sumter, SC
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $69140

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).