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General Accounting Schools in California

2,165 students earned Accounting degrees in California in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, General Accounting is the 5th most popular major in the state out of a total 92 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Accounting Majors in California

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,337
Master’s Degree 702
Post-Master’s Certificate 68
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 68
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 32
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 32
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 24
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 24
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 24
Associate Degree 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 19.9%
  • Black or African American: 4.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 21.3%
  • White: 36.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.0%
  • Other Races: 9.3%
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Jobs for General Accounting Grads in California

In this state, there are 182,850 people employed in jobs related to an accounting degree, compared to 1,584,930 nationwide.

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Wages for General Accounting Jobs in California

In this state, accounting grads earn an average of $89,430. Nationwide, they make an average of $79,830.

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

338 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
40,381 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $42,178 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.94 years. The student loan default rate is 3.70% which is lower than average.

244 Degrees in Major Awarded
7% Graduation Rate
31,115 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $26,426 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 6% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid.

175 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,569. The 1.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $65,748 after graduation.

99 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
18,070 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $20,722. 8% of the teachers are full time. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

92 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
8,861 Total Students

In their early career, USD grads earn an average salary of $59,002. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years.

65 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
11,317 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $26,719. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.38 years.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
6,983 Total Students

In their early career, ULV grads earn an average salary of $48,057. The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#8

Santa Clara University

Santa Clara
62 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
8,616 Total Students

11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 74% get financial aid. 68% of the teachers are full time.

56 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
3,439 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private school has an average net price of $37,232.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
9,686 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $56,826 a year. It takes the average student 4.11 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

General Accounting Careers in CA

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Financial Examiners 14% $96,750
Accountants and Auditors 11% $75,690
Budget Analysts 10% $86,730
Credit Analysts 9% $79,210

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

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Accounting Technology/Bookkeeping 1,712
Accounting Management 203
Accounting & Finance 15

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