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- School Code: 219220
- Phone: (201) 288-6300
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STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
138FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,467Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Finance Degree
The finance program at Thomas Edison State College prepares students for careers as a credit analyst, finance officer, financial advisor, financial analyst, financial planner, loan officer, or investment banker. The program focuses on planning, managing, and analyzing financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Program courses include: principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management. Get more details below including other New Jersey colleges that offer finance degrees.
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Thomas Edison State College (TESU)
80 Moonachie Ave, Teterboro, NJ
Thomas Edison State College is a public college that has a large number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Trenton, NJ, in a predominantly urban area. Thomas Edison State College is a large institution, enrolling over 19,000 per year.
Students may choose from many areas of study, including:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Social Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Engineering
- Health And Clinical Professions
The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be requested for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $5,900 and out-of-state residents pay $8,600 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.
For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.tesc.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Finance Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Thomas Edison State College has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Bachelor's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Less Than Two-Year Award | 2 |
Bachelor's Degree | 23 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 14 |
Female | 11 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 2 |
Black | 2 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 15 |
Multiple Races | 1 |
Unknown | 4 |
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
Upon completion of the Finance program at Thomas Edison State College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Chief Sustainability Officers
Description
Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.
General and Operations Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.
Treasurers and Controllers
Description
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, treasurers and controllers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $76.78
- Average Annual Salary: $159700
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 7
- Average Hourly Rate: $80.51
- Average Annual Salary: $167460
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
Financial Analysts
Description
Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, financial analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.7% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $39.87
- Average Annual Salary: $82920
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $49.29
- Average Annual Salary: $102530
Personal Financial Advisors
Description
Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, personal financial advisors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.6% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $63.12
- Average Annual Salary: $131280
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $61.36
- Average Annual Salary: $127630
Loan Officers
Description
Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, loan officers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $43.07
- Average Annual Salary: $89580
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $40.72
- Average Annual Salary: $84690
Financial Quantitative Analysts
Description
Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. Investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants TESU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Thomas Edison State College may provide services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Career path counseling