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Accounting Schools in South Dakota

In 2020-2021, 284 students earned their Accounting degrees in SD.

In this state, Accounting is the 2nd most popular major out of a total 21 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in South Dakota

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 154
Associate Degree 68
Master’s Degree 37
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 23
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 23
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 2
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 2
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2

Gender Distribution

In South Dakota, 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 Dakota is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 3.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.9%
  • White: 85.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.1%
  • Other Races: 3.2%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in South Dakota

17,140 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 South Dakota

In this state, accounting grads earn an average of $62,210. Nationwide, they make an average of $78,820.

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There are 11 colleges in South Dakota that offer accounting degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

86 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
9,459 Total Students

In their early career, USD grads earn an average salary of $40,830. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 71% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.33 years to graduate.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,330 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,188. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.90%.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
1,628 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,369 after earning their degree at this institution. It takes the average student 4.24 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

#4

Augustana University

Sioux Falls
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
2,019 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 73% are considered full time. An average student at Augustana Sioux Falls will pay a net price of $24,066. Graduates earn an average $44,200 after graduation.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,162 Total Students

In their early career, Mitchell Tech grads earn an average salary of $39,981. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.70%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,813.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
3,431 Total Students

The 4.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, NSU grads earn an average salary of $36,284. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
3,608 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.60%. Graduates earn an average $35,477 after graduation.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,324 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $15,434. In their early career, Western Dakota Tech grads earn an average salary of $32,591. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
3,186 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The average student takes 4.41 years to complete their degree at Dakota State.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
1,167 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 45% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $38,894 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
933 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.00% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 56% are considered full time.

Accounting Careers in SD

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title SD Job Growth SD Median Salary
Financial Managers 19% $121,580
Financial Examiners 11% $79,750
Credit Analysts 11% $58,980
Tax Preparers 11% $38,540
Accountants and Auditors 10% $62,270
Financial Analysts 10% $69,240
Budget Analysts 8% $59,860
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents 7% $48,570
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 0% $36,960

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

Major Annual Graduates in SD
Business Administration & Management 603
Marketing 140
Business & Commerce 99
Finance & Financial Management 96
Managerial Economics 55
Construction Management 38
Human Resource Management 29
Other Business & Marketing 28

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