Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Wagner 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 New York colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Wagner College

Also known as SVA, School of Visual Arts

209 E 23rd St, New York, NY

Wagner College is a nonprofit private institution located in Staten Island, New York and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The Lutheran Church in America affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Enrollment at Wagner College exceeds two thousand per year.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Social Sciences
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 22 - 28 on the ACT or 1570 - 1910 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for getting accepted. Approximately 70% of all applicant were accepted at Wagner College, with 23% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $39,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Wagner College may provide financial aid for students that qualify as grants and loans.

The mascot for Wagner College is the "Seahawks", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.wagner.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SVA, School of Visual Arts offers a master'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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 13
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $90270
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 12
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.32
  • Average Annual Salary: $85950

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 220
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $84490
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 670
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $90830

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 640
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $80880
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $80360

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