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General Accounting Schools in New Jersey

In 2020-2021, 1,937 students earned their Accounting degrees in NJ.

In this state, General Accounting is the 2nd most popular major out of a total 69 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Accounting Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,244
Master’s Degree 563
Associate Degree 117
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 11
Post-Master’s Certificate 11
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 2
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of accounting majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 12.4%
  • Black or African American: 7.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 21.7%
  • White: 43.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 7.7%
  • Other Races: 6.8%
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Jobs for General Accounting Grads in New Jersey

48,570 people in the state and 1,584,930 in the nation are employed in jobs related to accounting.

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Wages for General Accounting Jobs in New Jersey

A typical salary for a accounting grad in the state is $85,030, compared to a typical salary of $79,830 nationwide.

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

348 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
13,231 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.48 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.60%.

160 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,005 Total Students

In their early career, Montclair State grads earn an average salary of $46,890. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid.

146 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.26 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.60%. The full-time teacher rate is 60%.

#4

Seton Hall University

South Orange
142 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,814 Total Students

In their early career, Seton Hall grads earn an average salary of $54,071. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,634. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.60%.

135 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,064 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,751 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 26%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,191.

121 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
7,479 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,069.

114 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
6,042 Total Students

78% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. A typical student attending Ramapo College will pay a net price of $21,707. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

111 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
7,550 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,297. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $40,933 after graduation.

#9

Rider University

Lawrenceville
107 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
4,636 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $47,393 after earning their degree at this institution. This private school has an average net price of $27,882. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

88 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,635 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.45 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.10%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 98% are considered full time.

General Accounting Careers in NJ

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Financial Examiners 9% $97,410
Accountants and Auditors 8% $81,190
Credit Analysts 8% $77,530
Budget Analysts 7% $80,740
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents -5% $72,410

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

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Accounting Technology/Bookkeeping 219
Accounting Management 9
Accounting & Finance 3

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