Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Wilberforce 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 Ohio colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Wilberforce University (WSCC)

710 Colegate Dr, Marietta, OH

Wilberforce University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Wilberforce, Ohio. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's African Methodist Episcopal affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. The school enrolls 700 students yearly, allowing for a more personalized education.

Students may pick from several areas of study, including:

• Advertising and Marketing
• Computer
• Health and Medical Administrative Services
• Political Science

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. This school has an acceptance rate of 92% of which only 13% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $14,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending Wilberforce University. On-campus housing is available for students and costs about $3,300 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

Wilberforce University participates in intercollegiate sports through the NAIA's American Mideast Conference in Basketball.

Students who would like to see more about Wilberforce University may take a look at their website at http://www.wilberforce.edu.

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).