Accounting Degree

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

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Wilmington College

1055 N Bickett Rd, Wilberforce, OH

Wilmington College is a nonprofit private institution located in Wilmington, Ohio and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school maintains a Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Wilmington College.

Areas of study available at Wilmington College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Agriculture Operations
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Education
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students admitted to Wilmington College earn an SAT score between 840 - 1070, or an ACT score between 18 - 23. 90% of students that apply are accepted to Wilmington College, of which 20 percent choose to attend.

The cost of tuition is nearly $30,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,600 each year. Some students at Wilmington College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Wilmington College is the "Quakers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.wilmington.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wilmington College offers a bachelor'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

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).