Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Ramapo College of New Jersey 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 New Jersey colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Ramapo College of New Jersey

226 Sussex Ave, Morristown, NJ

Ramapo College of New Jersey is a public institution located in Mahwah, NJ and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately 6,000 students enroll at Ramapo College of New Jersey per year.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Most students at this school scored within the range of 1513 to 1820 on the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of 50 percent of which only 35 percent chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at ramapo.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $14,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $23,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $9,600. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

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

Students may visit the school's http://www.ramapo.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ramapo College of New Jersey has offered the following programs 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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 13
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $90270
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 12
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.32
  • Average Annual Salary: $85950

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 220
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $84490
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 670
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $90830

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 640
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $80880
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $80360

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