Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Western Governors 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 North Carolina colleges that offer accounting degrees.

Western Governors University (WGU)

1200 Blythe Blvd, Charlotte, NC

Western Governors University is a nonprofit private institution that has a fair number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Salt Lake City, UT, in a predominantly suburban area. WGU enrolls over twenty two thousand annually, making it one of the biggest colleges in the state.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences

The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting all students that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and personal statements may be needed for certain programs.  Detailed admissions information on WGU can be obtained by calling the school or by completing the form on this page.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $6,500 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Students enrolled at Western Governors University may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at wgu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 11
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.36
  • Average Annual Salary: $77720

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $72290

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $87940

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