Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Shawnee State 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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Shawnee State University

1725 E David Rd, Kettering, OH

SSU is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Portsmouth, OH, which is a predominantly rural area. Approximately 4,600 students are enrolled annually at SSU.

Students may select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Visual And Performing Arts

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and personal statements may be requested for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found at shawnee.edu.

Tuition & fees at SSU are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $7,400 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $13,000 per year. The cost of on-campus housing is around $6,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The SSU "Bears" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.shawnee.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Shawnee State University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor'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

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).