Accounting Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Illinois
There are 201,910 people in the state and 4,708,770 people in the nation working in Accounting jobs.
Wages for Accounting Jobs in Illinois
A typical salary for an Accounting grad in the state is $104,205, compared to a typical salary of $96,014 nationwide.
Most Popular Accounting Programs in IL
There are 6 colleges in Illinois that offer Accounting degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 6 below:
Graduates earn a median salary of $49,188 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 43% of applicants. 65% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $53,513 after earning their degree at this institution. About 44% of those who apply are admitted. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,990 a year. The school admits about 74% of applicants. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,662 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 78%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 78%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $46,159 a year. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 81%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,902 after earning their degree at this institution. About 70% of those who apply are admitted. 70% of full-time students return after their first year.
Accounting Careers in IL
Some of the careers Accounting majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Investment Fund Managers | 14% | $157,819 |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | 13% | $63,707 |
| Financial Examiners | 13% | $117,139 |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | 11% | $80,576 |
| Tax Preparers | 9% | $67,542 |
| Financial Managers | 9% | $75,665 |
| Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | 8% | $118,242 |
| Statistical Assistants | 7% | $58,190 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 7% | $82,666 |
| Brokerage Clerks | 6% | $52,416 |
| Accountants and Auditors | 3% | $79,222 |
| Treasurers and Controllers | 1% | $162,461 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Accounting.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 402,942 |
| Management Sciences & Methods | 62,236 |
| Business & Commerce | 57,976 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 57,564 |
| Marketing | 53,750 |
| Human Resource Management | 25,424 |
| Business Support & Assistance | 16,153 |
| Entrepreneurial Studies | 14,306 |
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