Accounting at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
What traits are you looking for in a school for Accounting, take a look at what New Mexico State University-Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus is in Las Cruces, NM.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 52 accounting degrees were granted at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
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Online & Distance Learning at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Distance learning is available at New Mexico State University-Main Campus. Of 15,408 students, 3,649 (24%) studied exclusively online and 6,713 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Accounting Rankings at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Rankings can help you compare New Mexico State University-Main Campus’s Accounting program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Mexico | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Mexico | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #25 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #75 of 107 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #221 of 1,141 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #838 of 1,145 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Mexico | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Mexico | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #25 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #75 of 107 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #221 of 1,141 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #838 of 1,145 |
Earnings for Accounting Graduates from New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Those who finish New Mexico State University-Main Campus’s Accounting program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,372 |
| 2 years | $43,756 |
| 3 years | $50,936 |
| 4 years | $58,320 |
| 5 years | $69,741 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Accounting graduates from New Mexico State University-Main Campus report median earnings of $58,320, compared with $50,461 for all New Mexico State University-Main Campus graduates — about 16% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Accounting graduates from New Mexico State University-Main Campus is $14,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Accounting graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Accounting graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus are 62% women (32) and 38% men (20).
Accounting Bachelor’s Program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Among the 37 bachelor’s accounting degrees awarded at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, 65% were women (24) and 35% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 24 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 70% of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, above the national average of 35%.*
Accounting Master’s Program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Among the 15 master’s accounting degrees awarded at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, 53% were women (8) and 47% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting master’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 47% of Accounting master’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, higher than the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Accounting Concentrations at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
The Accounting program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Accounting | 52 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Accounting Graduates
Students who finish Accounting program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Accounting graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Treasurers and Controllers | $162,461 |
| Investment Fund Managers | $157,819 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
| Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | $118,242 |
| Financial Examiners | $117,139 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $82,666 |
| Budget Analysts | $80,859 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $79,222 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $77,212 |
| Financial Managers | $75,665 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.