Financial Planning Degree

In short, Financial Planning Services is an area of business focused on the use of money and investments. A professional financial planner is someone who helps guide and counsel people to choose the most suitable investments based on their age, profession, personal objectives, and financial status. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer financial planning degrees.

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Grace College and Theological Seminary

1700 S Main St, Goshen, IN

Grace College and Theological Seminary, located in Winona Lake, Indiana, is a school dedicated to providing an education guided by faith. The school maintains a Brethren Church affiliation, and offers priest studies through its seminary. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled yearly at Grace College and Theological Seminary. Grace College and Theological Seminary offers over sixty different programs available, including degrees as high as a Doctor's degree. A list of the more popular programs being offered for students are:

• Business Administration
• Organizational Leadership
• Organizational and Nonprofit Management
• Biblical Studies

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, as well as any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 890 to 1130 on the SAT, or 20 to 24 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students.

Grace College and Theological Seminary also offers services for students such as flexible courses for working or busy students, career counseling for students that may require additional help, and help with employment opportunities for students.

The cost of tuition at this school is around $26,000 for undergraduate level students and $12,000 for graduate level programs, but may change per year. Students should to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal cost estimates. Living accommodations are available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,200. Students at Grace College and Theological Seminary may qualify for financial aid which is typically in the form of grants and loans.

Grace College and Theological Seminary is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, having held that accreditation for the last thirteen straight years. Get more information by visiting the school's official website, where you can see program details, tuition, and disclosures.

Career Options for Graduates

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

• Elkhart-Goshen, IN
  • Total Employment: 60

Credit Counselors

Description

Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explaining loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans, advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, and bankruptcy counseling.

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.

Sales Agents, Securities and Commodities

Description

Buy and sell securities in investment and trading firms and develop and implement financial plans for individuals, businesses, and organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales agents, securities and commodities employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Elkhart-Goshen, IN
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $82490

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