by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 6 schools in Mississippi to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of accounting. Combined, these schools handed out 118 associate degrees in accounting to qualified students.
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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. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
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.
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their associate degree from the school. After all, your associate degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for accounting students working on their associate degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Accounting Associate Degree Schools in Mississippi ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in accounting.
It's hard to beat Copiah-Lincoln Community College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in accounting. Located in the rural area of Wesson, Copiah-Lincoln Community College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in accounting. Located in the rural area of Perkinston, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
It is hard to beat Hinds Community College if you want to pursue an associate degree in accounting. Located in the fringe town of Raymond, Hinds Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Hinds Community College
Itawamba Community College is one of the best schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in accounting. ICC is a small public college located in the town of Fulton.More information about a associate in accounting from Itawamba Community College
Holmes Community College is a small public college located in the rural area of Goodman.More information about a associate in accounting from Holmes Community College
Strayer University - Mississippi is a small private for-profit university located in the medium-sized city of Jackson.More information about a associate in accounting from Strayer University - Mississippi
Explore all the Best Accounting Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 121 | 413 |
| Florida | 121 | 417 |
| North Carolina | 120 | 475 |
| Arkansas | 105 | 18 |
| Tennessee | 102 | 39 |
| Virginia | 97 | 179 |
| West Virginia | 92 | 115 |
| Kentucky | 90 | 19 |
| Louisiana | 80 | 91 |
| South Carolina | 77 | 176 |
| Alabama | 69 | 33 |
Accounting is one of 21 different types of Business, Management & Marketing programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 58 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | 58 |
| Other Accounting and Related Services | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Business/Commerce | 434 |
| Business Administration & Management | 207 |
| Marketing | 124 |
| Business Support & Assistant Services | 117 |
| Hospitality Management | 36 |
| Management Sciences & Quantitative Methods | 6 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 4 |
| Real Estate | 3 |
| Construction Management | 2 |
| Management Information Systems | 1 |
