Finance Degree

The finance program at Saint Joseph’s University prepares students for careers as a credit analyst, finance officer, financial advisor, financial analyst, financial planner, loan officer, or investment banker. The program focuses on planning, managing, and analyzing financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Program courses include: principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer finance degrees.

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Saint Joseph’s University

117 Evergreen Dr, Loretto, PA

Saint Joseph's University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Philadelphia, PA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Saint Joseph's University is nearly eight thousand per year.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Social Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken to apply to this school. Scores between 22 to 26 on the ACT or 1550 to 1820 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for admission. This school admits around 80% of students applying yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 20% of students attended the school. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is nearly $40,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $8,400 annually. Students attending Saint Joseph's University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Saint Joseph's University Hawks participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students who wish to get more about this school may check out their website at http://www.sju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Finance Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint Joseph’s University 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

Chief Sustainability Officers

Description

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Treasurers and Controllers

Description

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, treasurers and controllers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Johnstown, PA
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $92120

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

Financial Analysts

Description

Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, financial analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Johnstown, PA
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $69970

Personal Financial Advisors

Description

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, personal financial advisors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Johnstown, PA
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $114200

Loan Officers

Description

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, loan officers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Johnstown, PA
  • Total Employment: 110

Financial Quantitative Analysts

Description

Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. Investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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