by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2024, College Factual analyzed 40 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Accounting Associate Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 774 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. 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 the Plains States Region.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in accounting.
It's hard to beat Dakota County Technical College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in accounting. Located in the rural area of Rosemount, DCTC is a public college with a small student population.
Those accounting students who get their associate degree from Dakota County Technical College earn $15,852 more than the average accounting grad.
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Century College is one of the best schools in the country for getting an associate degree in accounting. Located in the suburb of White Bear Lake, Century College is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Century College
Des Moines Area Community College is a wonderful decision for individuals interested in an associate degree in accounting. Located in the large suburb of Ankeny, DMACC is a public college with a fairly large student population.
Those accounting students who get their associate degree from Des Moines Area Community College receive $5,492 more than the average accounting student.
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Park University is a good decision for individuals interested in an associate degree in accounting. Located in the suburb of Parkville, Park University is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Park University
Anoka-Ramsey Community College-Coon Rapids Campus is a moderately-sized public college located in the large suburb of Coon Rapids.
Accounting associate degree recipients from Anoka-Ramsey Community College receive an earnings boost of approximately $5,147 above the average earnings of accounting graduates.
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Located in the town of Fergus Falls, M State is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in accounting from Minnesota State Community and Technical College
Saint Paul College is a medium-sized public college located in the city of Saint Paul.
Associate recipients from the accounting degree program at Saint Paul College get $7,396 above the average college grad with the same degree shortly after graduation.
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Located in the town of El Dorado, Butler CC is a public college with a medium-sized student population.
Associate graduates who receive their degree from the accounting program make an average of $33,850 in their early career salary.
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Normandale Community College is a moderately-sized public college located in the city of Bloomington.More information about a associate in accounting from Normandale Community College
Rasmussen University - Minnesota is a small private for-profit university located in the city of St. Cloud.
Associate recipients from the accounting major at Rasmussen University - Minnesota make $6,390 more than the typical graduate in this field shortly after graduation.
More information about a associate in accounting from Rasmussen University - MinnesotaExplore the best accounting colleges for a specific state in the Plains States Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 151 | 343 |
| Kansas | 146 | 90 |
| Missouri | 117 | 92 |
| Iowa | 116 | 99 |
| Nebraska | 98 | 61 |
| South Dakota | 93 | 62 |
| North Dakota | 92 | 21 |
Accounting is one of 21 different types of Business, Management & Marketing programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 539 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | 206 |
| Accounting and Business/Management | 29 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 2,098 |
| General Business/Commerce | 877 |
| Marketing | 267 |
| Business Support & Assistant Services | 246 |
| Human Resource Management | 132 |
| Construction Management | 114 |
| General Sales & Marketing | 106 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 62 |
| Hospitality Management | 57 |
| Entrepreneurial Studies | 56 |
