Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Shorter University 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 Georgia colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Shorter University (Shorter)

3219 College Street, Savannah, GA

Shorter provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Rome, Georgia and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Shorter exceeds a thousand annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Shorter offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to Shorter University. Scores in a range of 18 - 24 on the ACT or 1260 - 1630 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for admission. Shorter University admits about 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those students admitted, around 32 percent of students registered for enrollment.

The cost of tuition is approximately $20,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,100 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Lacrosse (NAIA Division I)

Students may visit the Shorter University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Shorter has offered the following academic 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

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

• Savannah, GA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.37
  • Average Annual Salary: $71490

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

• Savannah, GA
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $67660

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

• Savannah, GA
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $52730

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