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Accounting Schools in South Carolina

In 2020-2021, 1,199 students earned their Accounting degrees in SC.

In terms of popularity, Accounting is the 3rd most popular major in the state out of a total 22 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in South Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 620
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 211
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 211
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 211
Master’s Degree 191
Associate Degree 176
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of accounting majors in South Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.9%
  • Black or African American: 14.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.9%
  • White: 70.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.4%
  • Other Races: 5.7%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in South Carolina

There are 47,670 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 South Carolina

In this state, accounting grads earn an average of $64,750. Nationwide, they make an average of $78,820.

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

215 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
26,406 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,690 a year. 93% of the teachers are full time.

206 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
35,470 Total Students

94% of students get financical aid. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate.

#3

College of Charleston

Charleston
76 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,384 Total Students

In their early career, C of C grads earn an average salary of $40,114. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,654. The average student takes 4.15 years to complete their degree at C of C.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
10,118 Total Students

A typical student attending Coastal Carolina University will pay a net price of $14,129. The 8.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

#5

Wofford College

Spartanburg
38 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,764 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.04 years to graduate. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This private institution charges an average net price of $27,988.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
3,848 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,536 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $7,225. 95% of students get financical aid. Graduates earn an average $31,339 after graduation.

#8

Bob Jones University

Greenville
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
3,029 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $13,757. In their early career, Bob Jones University grads earn an average salary of $33,798. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,178 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,064 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid.

#10

Midlands Technical College

West Columbia
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,794 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. A typical student attending MTC will pay a net price of $5,540. Graduates earn an average $30,267 after graduation.

Accounting Careers in SC

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title SC Job Growth SC Median Salary
Financial Managers 23% $110,050
Financial Examiners 16% $59,030
Financial Analysts 15% $68,260
Credit Analysts 13% $60,850
Accountants and Auditors 13% $58,640
Tax Preparers 12% $30,710
Budget Analysts 9% $67,340
Statistical Assistants 6% $38,710
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 3% $39,600
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks 2% $35,630
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents 0% $48,700

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

Major Annual Graduates in SC
Business Administration & Management 3,971
Finance & Financial Management 993
Marketing 984
Business & Commerce 832
Hospitality Management 360
International Business 293
General Sales & Marketing 263
Management Sciences & Methods 216

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