Accounting at University of Arizona
What traits are you looking for in a school for Accounting, take a look at what University of Arizona. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Arizona is in Tucson, AZ.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 185 accounting degrees were granted at University of Arizona.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Arizona
Distance learning is available at University of Arizona. Among 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) studied exclusively online and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Accounting Rankings at University of Arizona
Use these rankings to compare University of Arizona’s Accounting program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #2 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #8 of 107 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #63 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 1,145 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #569 of 1,141 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #2 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #8 of 107 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #63 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 1,145 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #569 of 1,141 |
Earnings for Accounting Graduates from University of Arizona
Graduates of University of Arizona’s Accounting program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $55,424 |
| 2 years | $55,686 |
| 3 years | $64,773 |
| 4 years | $77,377 |
| 5 years | $92,774 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Accounting graduates from University of Arizona earn a median of $77,377, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 17% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Accounting graduates from University of Arizona is $23,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Accounting graduates at University of Arizona, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Accounting graduates at University of Arizona are 46% women (85) and 54% men (100).
Accounting Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 146 bachelor’s accounting degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 44% were women (64) and 56% were men (82).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 83 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 8 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 34% of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, below the national average of 35%.*
Accounting Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 28 master’s accounting degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 54% were women (15) and 46% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 43% of Accounting master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, 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 University of Arizona
The Accounting program at University of Arizona offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Accounting | 185 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Accounting Graduates
Students who finish Accounting program at University of Arizona go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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
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