by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how Samford ranks among other schools offering degrees in accounting.
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Samford was ranked #188 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for accounting majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #4 in Alabama.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Samford University handed out 38 bachelor's degrees in accounting. This is an increase of 58% over the previous year when 24 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 22 students received their master’s degree in accounting from Samford. This makes it the #235 most popular school for accounting master’s degree candidates in the country.
Graduates of the master's accounting program at Samford make a median salary of $56,217. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $59,102.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the accounting majors at Samford University.
For the most recent academic year available, 58% of accounting bachelor's degrees went to men and 42% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 89% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Samford University with a bachelor's in accounting.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 34 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 22 accounting majors earned their master's degree from Samford. Of these graduates, 68% were men and 32% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 86% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Samford University with a master's in accounting.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 92 |
| Marketing | 56 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 44 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 15 |
| Entrepreneurial Studies | 8 |
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