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Accounting Schools in Delaware

In 2020-2021, 306 students earned their Accounting degrees in DE.

In this state, Accounting is the 4th most popular major out of a total 19 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in Delaware

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 192
Master’s Degree 71
Associate Degree 42
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.6%
  • Black or African American: 10.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.8%
  • White: 61.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.8%
  • Other Races: 4.2%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Delaware

21,520 people in the state and 4,307,910 in the nation are employed in jobs related to accounting.

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Wages for Accounting Jobs in Delaware

A typical salary for a accounting grad in the state is $68,010, compared to a typical salary of $78,820 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Delaware that offer accounting degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

125 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
23,613 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 89% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $57,091 after graduation. 98% of the teachers are full time.

#2

Wilmington University

New Castle
92 Degrees in Major Awarded
25% Graduation Rate
14,769 Total Students

66% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 7% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 6.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,955 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.10%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,917 after earning their degree at this institution.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
1,184 Total Students

In their early career, Goldey - Beacom College grads earn an average salary of $41,321. It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
4,739 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,178 after earning their degree at this institution. A typical student attending Del State will pay a net price of $14,866. 97% of students get financical aid.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
394 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 28 to 1. 12% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,628 after earning their degree at this institution.

#7

Wesley College

Dover
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
917 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. Graduates earn an average $34,960 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1.

Accounting Careers in DE

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title DE Job Growth DE Median Salary
Financial Managers 24% $152,180
Financial Analysts 21% $79,520
Financial Examiners 19% $78,150
Brokerage Clerks 18% $57,060
Accountants and Auditors 14% $72,750
Credit Analysts 11% $55,290
Tax Preparers 7% $0
Budget Analysts 7% $70,490
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents 0% $56,010
Statistical Assistants 0% $0
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks -2% $44,410
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks -4% $45,270

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

Major Annual Graduates in DE
Business Administration & Management 1,281
Finance & Financial Management 476
Marketing 337
Human Resource Management 198
Management Information Systems 163
Hospitality Management 93
International Business 76
Business & Commerce 64

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