Accounting

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington ETPL
Every business relies on accountants to help them meet regulations, achieve financial security, and make money. This accounting degree ensures you will stand out from the competition with your knowledge of GAAP, ledgers, journal entries, and more. A knack for numbers and a passion for financial performance can help you get into a career where you're sure to thrive and make a difference. This online accounting degree empowers you to help organizations meet standards and obey laws, benefiting individuals, companies, and entire communities. WGUs Bachelor of Science Business Administration Accounting is also the first step toward your CPA certification. Continuing on to earn your Master of Accounting (also known as Master of Accountancy) from an online college for accounting will help you meet the 150 semester hours required to sit for the CPA exam in most states. The CPA license gives you additional experience and credentials, boosting your rsum and qualifying you for elite positions in finance and business. View requirements for CPA licensure by state.

Financial information

Total tuition

$30,040.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$2,000.00

Locations

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

5 Years

Length of training

Bachelor

Award type

121

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

BS

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

High School Diploma

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Accounting

Completion rate

42%

Employment rate

86%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$34.12

Typical (median) annual earnings

$67,473.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Accounting

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

26%

Finance and Insurance

12%

Healthcare and Social Services

8%

Administrative Support

6%

Education

6%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
301
Completion rate
42%
Average number of students who completed each year
151
Gender
Male
29%
Female
71%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
3%
Asian
6%
Black or African American
3%
Hispanic
7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
78%
Multi-racial
3%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
1%
20 to 29
28%
30 to 39
39%
40 to 49
23%
50 and over
11%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
0%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
57%
BA or higher
43%