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Accounting Schools in Maryland

311 students earned Accounting degrees in Maryland in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Accounting is the 23rd most popular major in the state out of a total 207 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Accounting Majors in Maryland

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 295
Post-Master’s Certificate 16
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 16

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 8.7%
  • Black or African American: 28.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.4%
  • White: 32.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 13.8%
  • Other Races: 10.0%
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Jobs for Accounting Grads in Maryland

In this state, there are 75,760 people employed in jobs related to an accounting degree, compared to 4,307,910 nationwide.

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Wages for Accounting Jobs in Maryland

A typical salary for a accounting grad in the state is $70,150, compared to a typical salary of $78,820 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Maryland that offer accounting degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

145 Degrees in Major Awarded
13% Graduation Rate
58,526 Total Students

The average student takes 5.00 years to complete their degree at UMGC. In their early career, UMGC grads earn an average salary of $47,907. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,395.

65 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
40,709 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 67% of students receive it. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,048. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
5,282 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $35,387. Graduates earn an average $61,084 after graduation. The 1.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
4,169 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.76 years. The full-time teacher rate is 62%.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
20% Graduation Rate
2,760 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 28 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.60%. Graduates earn an average $30,628 after graduation.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
21,917 Total Students

In their early career, Towson grads earn an average salary of $48,390. Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
7,634 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. It takes the average student 4.73 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
2,560 Total Students

An average student at The Mount will pay a net price of $27,394. Graduates earn an average $48,213 after graduation. 100% of the teachers are full time.

Accounting Careers in MD

Some of the careers accounting majors go into include:

Job Title MD Job Growth MD Median Salary
Financial Analysts 8% $81,300
Business Professors 7% $104,150
Tax Preparers 7% $45,610
Accountants and Auditors 7% $74,030
Credit Analysts 6% $64,100
Financial Managers 6% $137,820
Budget Analysts 4% $89,710
Financial Examiners 3% $62,930
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents -4% $52,760

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

Major Annual Graduates in MD
Business Administration & Management 3,310
Management Sciences & Methods 1,110
Business & Commerce 425
Human Resource Management 199
Marketing 145
Finance & Financial Management 109
Real Estate 43
Management Information Systems 27

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