Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Randolph – Macon 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 Virginia colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Randolph – Macon College

Also known as Randolph-Macon

3405 Candlers Mountain Rd. #G360, Lynchburg, VA

Randolph - Macon College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Ashland, VA, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately 1,200 students are enrolled yearly at Randolph - Macon College.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Social Sciences
• History
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Randolph - Macon College earn an SAT score between 1470 - 1770, or an ACT composite score between 22 - 27. 56% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 17% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $35,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $6,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

Randolph - Macon College offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at www.rmc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Randolph – Macon 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

• Lynchburg, VA
  • Total Employment: 540
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $62180

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).