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Accounting Schools in Mississippi

1,197 Accounting students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Accounting is the 6th most popular major in the state out of a total 235 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in Mississippi

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 657
Master’s Degree 301
Associate Degree 118
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 116
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 116
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5
Post-Master’s Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 16.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.1%
  • White: 72.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.4%
  • Other Races: 2.8%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Mississippi

In this state, there are 25,550 people employed in jobs related to an accounting degree, compared to 4,307,910 nationwide.

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Wages for Accounting Jobs in Mississippi

Accounting grads earn an average of $60,220 in the state and $78,820 nationwide.

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

496 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $38,763 a year. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,161. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time.

#2

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
169 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

A typical student attending Mississippi State will pay a net price of $16,122. Graduates earn an average $37,538 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years.

99 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,606 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $33,869 after earning their degree at this institution. The 7.60% student loan default rate is lower than average.

77 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
4,667 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.24 years to graduate. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $37,704 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate is 3.80% which is lower than average.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
6,921 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $29,441 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 62%. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,907 Total Students

In their early career, Copiah-Lincoln Community College grads earn an average salary of $24,665. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $3,833. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
2,999 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,541 a year. 96% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,696 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. 98% of students get financical aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $26,285 after earning their degree at this institution.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,677 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $25,764 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

#10

Millsaps College

Jackson
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
712 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 80% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 4.20% which is lower than average.

Accounting Careers in MS

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Business Professors 19% $77,840
Financial Managers 16% $89,070
Credit Analysts 8% $50,830
Budget Analysts 7% $61,330
Accountants and Auditors 6% $56,690
Financial Analysts 5% $70,030
Brokerage Clerks 5% $42,700
Tax Preparers 3% $22,490
Statistical Assistants 0% $22,330
Financial Examiners 0% $77,370
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents -2% $35,330
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks -3% $37,920
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks -4% $35,780

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

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Business Administration & Management 2,589
Marketing 652
Business & Commerce 607
Finance & Financial Management 396
Business Support & Assistance 117
Management Information Systems 92
Human Resource Management 85
Hospitality Management 74

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