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Accounting Schools in Montana

In 2020-2021, 175 students earned their Accounting degrees in MT.

In this state, Accounting is the 3rd most popular major out of a total 15 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in Montana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 52
Master’s Degree 50
Associate Degree 39
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 34
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 34

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.4%
  • White: 77.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.3%
  • Other Races: 10.9%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Montana

13,700 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 Montana

A typical salary for a accounting grad in the state is $62,740, compared to a typical salary of $78,820 nationwide.

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

60 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
9,808 Total Students

The average student takes 4.46 years to complete their degree at UM. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,787 after earning their degree at this institution. The 6.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
16,218 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $38,384 after earning their degree at this institution. The average student takes 4.65 years to complete their degree at MSU Bozeman. The full-time teacher rate is 60%.

#3

Carroll College

Helena
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
1,108 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $23,072. The average student takes 4.26 years to complete their degree at Carroll Montana. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,071 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. In their early career, Great Falls College Montana State University grads earn an average salary of $30,993.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,324 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,147 after earning their degree at this institution. 37% of the teachers are full time. A typical student attending Helena College will pay a net price of $11,920.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
1,005 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,103.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
679 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time. A typical student attending Highlands College of Montana Tech will pay a net price of $13,042. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
4,000 Total Students

In their early career, Montana State University - Billings grads earn an average salary of $34,441. The full-time teacher rate is 64%. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,049 Total Students

78% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $29,929 after graduation.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
417 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 29 to 1. 72% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $17,231 after earning their degree at this institution.

Accounting Careers in MT

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title MT Job Growth MT Median Salary
Financial Managers 19% $96,980
Financial Analysts 13% $86,520
Accountants and Auditors 13% $61,460
Tax Preparers 12% $39,840
Financial Examiners 11% $63,850
Credit Analysts 10% $64,730
Budget Analysts 6% $60,990
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 2% $38,480
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks 0% $35,540
Brokerage Clerks 0% $40,490
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents 0% $53,860

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

Major Annual Graduates in MT
Business & Commerce 423
Business Administration & Management 278
Management Information Systems 99
Marketing 54
Finance & Financial Management 50
Entrepreneurial Studies 19
Business Support & Assistance 15
Management Sciences & Methods 12

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