Finance Degree

The finance program at Saint Thomas Aquinas College 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 New York colleges that offer finance degrees.

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Saint Thomas Aquinas College (STAC)

432 Western Ave, Albany, NY

Saint Thomas Aquinas College is a nonprofit private institution located in Sparkill, NY and provides a large number of program options for students. Saint Thomas Aquinas College has an annual student enrollment of nearly 2,100.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Social Sciences
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students admitted to Saint Thomas Aquinas College achieve an SAT score between 1250 - 1557, or an ACT score within the range of 18 - 23. This school has an acceptance rate of around 81 percent of which only 23 percent chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $26,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. The cost of on-campus housing is about $6,300 per year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.stac.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Finance Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint Thomas Aquinas College has offered the following programs 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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $127260

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

Salary & Wages

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $66340

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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.26
  • Average Annual Salary: $75410

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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 680
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $71580

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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $99080

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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 670
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $63040

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).