Accounting at Nova Southeastern University
If you plan to study Accounting, consider the program at Nova Southeastern University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Nova Southeastern University is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 83 accounting degrees were granted at Nova Southeastern University.
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Studying Online at Nova Southeastern University
Many students take online classes at Nova Southeastern University. Of 20,910 students, 5,509 (26%) studied exclusively online and 6,748 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Accounting Rankings at Nova Southeastern University
Use these rankings to compare Nova Southeastern University’s Accounting program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 42 |
| Best Value | Florida | #38 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #40 of 265 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #257 of 265 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #291 of 1,145 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1072 of 1,141 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 42 |
| Best Value | Florida | #38 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #40 of 265 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #257 of 265 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #291 of 1,145 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1072 of 1,141 |
Earnings for Accounting Graduates from Nova Southeastern University
Those who finish Nova Southeastern University’s Accounting program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,274 |
| 2 years | $62,829 |
| 3 years | $67,627 |
| 4 years | $74,211 |
| 5 years | $86,155 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Accounting graduates from Nova Southeastern University report median earnings of $74,211, compared with $88,351 for all Nova Southeastern University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Accounting graduates at Nova Southeastern University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Accounting graduates at Nova Southeastern University are 66% women (55) and 34% men (28).
Accounting Bachelor’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Among the 25 bachelor’s accounting graduates at Nova Southeastern University, 56% were women (14) and 44% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 64% of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, higher than the national average of 35%.*
Accounting Master’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Among the 57 master’s accounting degrees awarded at Nova Southeastern University, 70% were women (40) and 30% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 23 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 8 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 68% of Accounting master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above 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 Nova Southeastern University
This Accounting program at Nova Southeastern University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Accounting | 83 |
Top-Paying Careers for Accounting Graduates
Students who finish Accounting program at Nova Southeastern University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Accounting majors, 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.