Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Florida Gulf Coast 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 Louisiana colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Florida Gulf Coast University

2500 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA

Florida Gulf Coast University is a public institution located in Fort Myers, FL and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at FGCU is nearly 12,000 per year.

Areas of study available at Florida Gulf Coast University include but are not limited to:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Very common scores among applicants admitted to FGCU are within the range of 20 - 23 for the ACT exam, or 1390 - 1640 on the SAT. 58% of those students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 48% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at fgcu.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,100 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $25,000 annually. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $5,200. Students enrolled at Florida Gulf Coast University may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Florida Gulf Coast University is the "Eagles", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students should take a look at the school's www.fgcu.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Florida Gulf Coast 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

Salary & Wages

• New Orleans-Metairie, LA
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $64290

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

• New Orleans-Metairie, LA
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $67810

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

• New Orleans-Metairie, LA
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $85490

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