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Accounting Schools in Alabama

1,641 students earned Accounting degrees in Alabama in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Accounting is the 2nd most popular major in the state out of a total 22 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in Alabama

Accounting majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,129
Master’s Degree 390
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 49
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 49
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 35
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 35
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 35
Associate Degree 33
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 2

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a accounting major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of accounting majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.7%
  • Black or African American: 12.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.5%
  • White: 72.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.9%
  • Other Races: 3.3%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Alabama

In this state, there are 50,740 people employed in jobs related to an accounting degree, compared to 4,307,910 nationwide.

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Wages for Accounting Jobs in Alabama

In this state, accounting grads earn an average of $59,910. Nationwide, they make an average of $78,820.

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There are 10 colleges in Alabama that offer accounting degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

406 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
37,840 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 85% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $20,917. 77% of the teachers are full time.

251 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
30,737 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.42 years. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

195 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,563 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,530. Graduates earn an average $39,271 after graduation. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

98 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
8,086 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.67 years to graduate. In their early career, UNA grads earn an average salary of $35,791. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid.

85 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
16,497 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $14,992. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

73 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,867 Total Students

In their early career, Athens State University grads earn an average salary of $38,536. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.60%. The full-time teacher rate is 50%.

61 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,999 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid.

#8

Samford University

Birmingham
60 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,729 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 99%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,778 after earning their degree at this institution.

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
14,224 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,826. In their early career, USA grads earn an average salary of $36,829. The full-time teacher rate is 63%.

49 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
9,238 Total Students

99% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,081 a year. 78% of the teachers are full time.

Accounting Careers in AL

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Statistical Assistants 22% $38,100
Financial Managers 18% $114,980
Accountants and Auditors 9% $63,670
Financial Analysts 8% $82,130
Tax Preparers 7% $29,970
Budget Analysts 7% $80,910
Financial Examiners 7% $50,680
Brokerage Clerks 5% $49,350
Credit Analysts 4% $72,060
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents 2% $53,590
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks -3% $36,140

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to accounting.

Major Annual Graduates in AL
Business Administration & Management 6,963
Marketing 1,451
Finance & Financial Management 1,274
Management Information Systems 416
Human Resource Management 416
Hospitality Management 311
Business & Commerce 302
Managerial Economics 294

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