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Accounting Schools in Kentucky

In <nil>, 803 students earned their Accounting degrees in KY.

In terms of popularity, Accounting is the 3rd most popular major in the state out of a total 20 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in Kentucky

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 646
Master’s Degree 117
Post-Master’s Certificate 20
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 20
Associate Degree 13
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 6
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 6
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.9%
  • Black or African American: 3.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.7%
  • White: 74.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.0%
  • Other Races: 11.1%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Kentucky

In this state, there are 46,330 people employed in jobs related to an accounting degree, compared to 4,307,910 nationwide.

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Wages for Accounting Jobs in Kentucky

In this state, accounting grads earn an average of $57,310. Nationwide, they make an average of $78,820.

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

218 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
30,390 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 84%. It takes the average student 4.37 years to graduate. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

115 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
22,140 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

78 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
16,750 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.47 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,033 after earning their degree at this institution. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
13,984 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.90%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,821. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
8,982 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $34,730 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
19,272 Total Students

The average student takes 4.19 years to complete their degree at Cumberlands. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 26%.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
9,414 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.20% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $35,895 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

#8

Sullivan University

Louisville
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,541 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,922 after earning their degree at this institution.

#9

Bellarmine University

Louisville
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
3,149 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $23,443. The student loan default rate is 0.90% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years.

#10

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
15,979 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,663 after earning their degree at this institution. A typical student attending NKU will pay a net price of $6,575.

Accounting Careers in KY

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title KY Job Growth KY Median Salary
Financial Managers 20% $98,540
Financial Examiners 12% $55,290
Credit Analysts 12% $70,860
Tax Preparers 11% $30,080
Financial Analysts 11% $65,760
Accountants and Auditors 10% $60,360
Budget Analysts 3% $53,050
Brokerage Clerks 2% $43,030
Statistical Assistants 0% $0
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 0% $40,570
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents -5% $47,010

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

Major Annual Graduates in KY
Business Administration & Management 2,615
Business & Commerce 2,455
Marketing 721
Finance & Financial Management 532
Management Sciences & Methods 227
Human Resource Management 139
Managerial Economics 126
Management Information Systems 84

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