Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Western New England 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Western New England University (WNE)

550 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA

Western New England University is a nonprofit private institution located in Springfield, MA and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Western New England University has a yearly student enrollment of around three thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Western New England University offers:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Engineering
• Security And Protective Services

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to Western New England University. A score in a range of 960 - 1170 on the SAT, or 22 - 26 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Approximately 80 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Western New England University, with 16 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at www1.wne.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $34,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their cost of attendance. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

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

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.wne.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Western New England University 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

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

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