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Accounting Schools in District of Columbia

525 students earned Accounting degrees in District of Columbia in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Accounting is the 11th most popular major out of a total 198 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 265
Master’s Degree 179
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 30
Post-Master’s Certificate 30
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 28
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 28
Associate Degree 23

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a accounting major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of accounting majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.6%
  • Black or African American: 17.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.2%
  • White: 35.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 26.3%
  • Other Races: 4.8%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 29,480 people employed in jobs related to an accounting degree, compared to 4,307,910 nationwide.

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Wages for Accounting Jobs in District of Columbia

Accounting grads earn an average of $98,130 in the state and $78,820 nationwide.

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

#1

American University

Washington
139 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

An average student at The American University will pay a net price of $40,088. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,945 after earning their degree at this institution. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

128 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $62,584 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 1.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#3

Georgetown University

Washington
72 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 57% are considered full time. In their early career, Georgetown grads earn an average salary of $71,107.

65 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,457 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.00 years. 60% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This private school has an average net price of $21,585.

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
3,725 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $16,001. 87% of students get financical aid.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. An average student at CUA will pay a net price of $34,684. The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#7

Howard University

Washington
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $41,388. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
745 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 17% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 8.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 28 to 1.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,846 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 29%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.76 years to graduate.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
232 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. In their early career, University of the Potomac - Washington DC Campus grads earn an average salary of $30,710. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

Accounting Careers in DC

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Business Professors 23% $97,340
Statistical Assistants 16% $53,280
Financial Analysts 14% $91,390
Financial Managers 9% $150,550
Brokerage Clerks 7% $51,990
Accountants and Auditors 7% $91,890
Budget Analysts 5% $100,210
Credit Analysts 4% $106,750
Financial Examiners 3% $154,300
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 0% $62,190
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks -3% $54,040

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

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Business Administration & Management 2,563
Business & Commerce 1,002
Finance & Financial Management 722
Management Sciences & Methods 469
Human Resource Management 407
Marketing 286
International Business 283
Entrepreneurial Studies 234

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