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Accounting Schools in Maine

203 Accounting students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Accounting is the 3rd most popular major out of a total 19 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in Maine

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 124
Associate Degree 34
Master’s Degree 28
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 17
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 17
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 17

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.5%
  • Black or African American: 2.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.4%
  • White: 81.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.0%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Maine

There are 16,950 people in the state and 4,307,910 people in the nation working in accounting jobs.

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Wages for Accounting Jobs in Maine

A typical salary for a accounting grad in the state is $66,720, compared to a typical salary of $78,820 nationwide.

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

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

A typical student attending UMaine will pay a net price of $16,033. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.38 years.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
1,967 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $47,687 a year. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
3,473 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $19,122. Graduates earn an average $38,215 after graduation. The student loan default rate of 4.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
8,022 Total Students

35% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, University of Southern Maine grads earn an average salary of $37,949. The 4.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#5

Thomas College

Waterville
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
1,705 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $21,844. The student loan default rate of 7.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
15% Graduation Rate
4,202 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $10,811. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,183 a year.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,297 Total Students

The 9.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. 40% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,439 after earning their degree at this institution.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,115 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 83% get financial aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,121 a year.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
775 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 9.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 69% of the teachers are full time. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,575 Total Students

18% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $8,388. In their early career, York County Community College grads earn an average salary of $30,670.

Accounting Careers in ME

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title ME Job Growth ME Median Salary
Financial Managers 10% $101,090
Budget Analysts 7% $70,770
Financial Examiners 6% $64,830
Credit Analysts 5% $63,850
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents 3% $49,690
Financial Analysts 2% $75,740
Accountants and Auditors 1% $63,150
Statistical Assistants 0% $39,350
Tax Preparers -5% $34,710
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks -6% $40,430
Brokerage Clerks -8% $52,510
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks -9% $37,790

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

Major Annual Graduates in ME
Business Administration & Management 897
Marketing 164
Finance & Financial Management 161
Business & Commerce 75
Management Sciences & Methods 62
Managerial Economics 40
Hospitality Management 37
Entrepreneurial Studies 33

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