Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Wilson 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Wilson College

106 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA

Wilson College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Chambersburg, PA and operated as a private institution. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. The school enrolls 790 students annually, allowing for a more personalized education.

Areas of study available at Wilson College include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Agriculture Operations
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 19 - 27 on the ACT or 860 - 1110 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase the chance of getting accepted. Approximately 50 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Wilson College, with 26 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at wilson.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $32,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,600 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Wilson College participates in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA's Other in Basketball.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wilson College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• 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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $86890
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 9
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.37
  • Average Annual Salary: $81880
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $80500

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $69460
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $76040
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $80100

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $80850
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $77030
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $70330

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