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#1

#1 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Bentley University
Waltham, MA

At Bentley University, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

125

SAT Score

1,270–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$43,858

Median Starting Salary

$63,309

#2

#2 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA

Each year, Bucknell University awards around 78 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Political Science and Government, General, Accounting and Finance, Economics, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

32%

Annual Degrees Awarded

74

SAT Score

1,330–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$38,486

Median Starting Salary

$62,952

#3

#3 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

At Drexel University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science. In fact, Drexel University awards 578 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

130

SAT Score

1,240–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$42,342

Median Starting Salary

$55,591

#4

#4 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA

Each year, Bridgewater State University grants around 258 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Management Science, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

77

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$16,230

Median Starting Salary

$61,552

#5

#5 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Fordham University
Bronx, NY

At Fordham University, the most popular majors students study are Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Fordham University grants 229 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

45

SAT Score

1,350–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$45,368

Median Starting Salary

$62,373

#6

#6 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, NH

At Franklin Pierce University, the most popular majors students study are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$25,557

Median Starting Salary

$63,743

#7

#7 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Hiram College
Hiram, OH

At Hiram College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Accounting and Finance, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Hiram College grants 23 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

890–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$21,362

Median Starting Salary

$57,398

#8

#8 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Maryville College
Maryville, TN

At Maryville College, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Accounting and Finance, Health and Wellness, and General. In fact, Maryville College awards 23 degrees every year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,040–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$20,990

Median Starting Salary

$57,178

#9

#9 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Tabor College
Hillsboro, KS

At Tabor College, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, Tabor College grants 12 degrees per year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

960–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$19,998

Median Starting Salary

$59,596

#10

#10 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH

At Southern New Hampshire University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

140

SAT Score

870–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$33,163

Median Starting Salary

$55,513

#11

#11 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Cleary University
Howell, MI

At Cleary University, only three majors are offered: Business Administration and Management, General, Accounting and Finance, Hospitality Administration/Management, and......view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

950–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$24,965

Median Starting Salary

$57,102

#12

#12 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH

Annually, Ohio Wesleyan University awards about 29 degrees to students majoring in Zoology/Animal Biology, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,180–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$23,826

Median Starting Salary

$62,041

#13

#13 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY

At Clarkson University, the three most popular college majors students study are Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General, and Engineering/Industrial Management. In fact, Clarkson University awards 145 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,210–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$33,192

Median Starting Salary

$59,623

#14

#14 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL

At the University of Miami, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Miami grants 232 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

19%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,350–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$41,028

Median Starting Salary

$55,609

#15

#15 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Bryant University
Smithfield, RI

At Bryant University, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Accounting. In fact, Bryant University awards 169 degrees annually to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,180–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$40,612

Median Starting Salary

$67,341

#16

#16 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Elmira College
Elmira, NY

Each year, Elmira College awards around 38 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,120–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$24,551

Median Starting Salary

$62,245

#17

#17 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Drake University
Des Moines, IA

Annually, Drake University awards around 52 degrees to students majoring in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,190–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$30,886

Median Starting Salary

$62,693

#18

#18 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Bard College
Annandale-On-Hudson, NY

Annually, Bard College awards around 135 degrees to those studying Fine/Studio Arts, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Social Sciences, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, English Language and Literature/Letters, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,330–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$25,218

Median Starting Salary

$60,514

#19

#19 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

North Central University
Minneapolis, MN

Each year, North Central University grants about 15 degrees to those majoring in Elementary Education and Teaching, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Bible/Biblical Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$23,694

Median Starting Salary

$61,306

#20

#20 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Bethel University
Saint Paul, MN

At Bethel University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,140–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$30,375

Median Starting Salary

$61,952

#21

#21 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI

Annually, Aquinas College awards about 42 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,000–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$19,890

Median Starting Salary

$61,226

#22

#22 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Lourdes University
Sylvania, OH

Every year, Lourdes University awards about 68 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Marketing, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$22,614

Median Starting Salary

$58,889

#23

#23 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Suffolk University
Boston, MA

Each year, Suffolk University grants about 109 degrees to those studying Marketing/Marketing Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Legal Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,110–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$33,089

Median Starting Salary

$59,200

#24

#24 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Salem State University
Salem, MA

Every year, Salem State University grants around 155 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

990–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$19,324

Median Starting Salary

$58,855

#25

#25 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

Annually, the University of North Dakota grants about 193 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,227

Median Starting Salary

$61,982

#26

#26 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Eastern University
Saint Davids, PA

Each year, Eastern University awards about 47 degrees to students studying Early Childhood Education and Teaching, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,020–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$21,900

Median Starting Salary

$57,446

#27

#27 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Ohio Christian University
Circleville, OH

Each year, Ohio Christian University awards around 60 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Divinity/Ministry, Human Services, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

910–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$21,092

Median Starting Salary

$55,140

#28

#28 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI

Each year, Ferris State University grants around 222 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Police Science, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

900–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$13,154

Median Starting Salary

$57,620

#29

#29 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE

Annually, Wilmington University grants about 239 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$14,267

Median Starting Salary

$56,151

#30

#30 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Each year, Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte grants around 51 degrees to students majoring in Foodservice Systems Administration/Management, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

910–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$29,481

Median Starting Salary

$58,566

#31

#31 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Albright College
Reading, PA

At Albright College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Accounting, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, Albright College grants 60 degrees per year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

950–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$22,116

Median Starting Salary

$58,635

#32

#32 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL

At Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$33,865

Median Starting Salary

$58,542

#33

#33 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Florida Memorial University
Miami Gardens, FL

Annually, Florida Memorial University grants around 29 degrees to those studying Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$18,366

Median Starting Salary

$55,952

#34

#34 Best College for Accounting and Finance in the U.S.

Granite State College
Concord, NH

Each year, Granite State College awards around 54 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,851

Median Starting Salary

$56,880

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About Accounting and Finance

An integrated or combined program in accounting and finance that prepares individuals to function as accountants and financial managers or analysts.

Students majoring in Accounting and Finance can be awarded a degree up to a Bachelors degree. On average, 42% percent of women and 58% percent of men make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. Out of all the states in the US, Massachusetts is where degrees in Accounting and Finance are most commonly granted. The Median Starting Salary for an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Finance is $52,800.

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Careers

Majoring in Accounting and Finance, your education could lead you towards different careers. Accounting and Finance majors go on to find jobs including Accountants and Auditors and Financial Managers which are in high demand. Some of the top paying jobs for Accounting and Finance majors include Financial Managers, Financial Risk Specialists and Financial and Investment Analysts.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Accounting and Finance majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Accounting and Finance majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
805
Female Students
338 (41%)
Male Students
467 (58%)

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