by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 9 schools in Massachusetts to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of accounting. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 131 associate degrees in accounting during the 2020-2021 academic year.
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The accounting associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a good education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
Average early-career salary of those graduating with their associate degree is one indicator we use in our analysis to find the schools that offer the highest-quality education. That is, everyone wants their associate degree to be worth something, and salaries are one measure of determining that.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for accounting students working on their associate degree.
The accounting school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Accounting Associate Degree Schools in Massachusetts.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in accounting.
Bunker Hill Community College is one of the finest schools in the country for getting an associate degree in accounting. Located in the city of Boston, BHCC is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Bunker Hill Community College
North Shore Community College is one of the best schools in the country for getting an associate degree in accounting. North Shore Community College is a small public college located in the suburb of Danvers.
After graduation, accounting associate recipients typically earn around $42,789 in the first five years of their career.
More information about a associate in accounting from North Shore Community College
Any student pursuing a degree in an associate degree in accounting has to take a look at Quincy College. Located in the suburb of Quincy, Quincy College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Quincy College
It's difficult to beat Massachusetts Bay Community College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in accounting. MassBay Community College is a small public college located in the large suburb of Wellesley Hills.More information about a associate in accounting from Massachusetts Bay Community College
Located in the large suburb of Brockton, Massasoit Community College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Massasoit Community College
NECC is a small public college located in the large suburb of Haverhill.More information about a associate in accounting from Northern Essex Community College
Located in the city of Roxbury Crossing, Roxbury Community College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Roxbury Community College
Located in the large suburb of Holyoke, Holyoke Community College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Holyoke Community College
Located in the midsize city of Springfield, STCC is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Springfield Technical Community College
Cape Cod Community College is a small public college located in the city of West Barnstable.More information about a associate in accounting from Cape Cod Community College
Explore all the Best Accounting Schools in the New England Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 101 | 205 |
| New Hampshire | 80 | 360 |
| Rhode Island | 70 | 27 |
| Maine | 69 | 34 |
| Vermont | 58 | 25 |
Accounting is one of 21 different types of Business, Management & Marketing programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 101 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | 29 |
| Accounting and Business/Management | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 1,083 |
| General Business/Commerce | 300 |
| Hospitality Management | 64 |
| Business Support & Assistant Services | 38 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 25 |
| Marketing | 10 |
| Entrepreneurial Studies | 8 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising & Marketing | 7 |
| General Sales & Marketing | 5 |
| International Business | 4 |
