Best institutions to study Accounting and Related Services
Any instructional program in accounting not listed above.
39 U.S. institutions graduated 643 Accounting and Related Services students in 2024–25 (IPEDS). It is CIP 52.0399, a specialization of Accounting and Related Services (CIP 52.03).
About Accounting and Related Services programs
Any instructional program in accounting not listed above.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020).
The Accounting and Related Services program, formally known as Accounting and Related Services, Other, is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the field of accounting. This program encompasses various instructional courses not specifically listed under traditional accounting programs, providing a broad understanding of the discipline. It is suitable for individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in accounting practices and principles.
Students in this program will gain essential skills in financial management, controllership, and other accounting-related services. Coursework typically covers topics such as financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, equipping graduates with the knowledge needed to succeed in various accounting roles.
Credentials awarded
What Accounting and Related Services graduates earned in 2024–25, by award level (IPEDS completions).
- Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years144 graduates / yr · 1 institution22%
- Award of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year139 graduates / yr · 9 institutions22%
- Associate's degree128 graduates / yr · 18 institutions20%
- Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years74 graduates / yr · 10 institutions12%
- Master's degree58 graduates / yr · 5 institutions9.0%
- Bachelor's degree57 graduates / yr · 7 institutions8.9%
- Postbaccalaureate certificate42 graduates / yr · 4 institutions6.5%
- Post-master's certificate1 graduates / yr · 1 institution0.2%
Graduates over time
Accounting and Related Services completions reported to IPEDS each year, all award levels combined.
| Year | Graduates |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 1,616 |
| 2013 | 1,127 |
| 2014 | 1,192 |
| 2015 | 1,058 |
| 2016 | 893 |
| 2017 | 861 |
| 2018 | 805 |
| 2019 | 741 |
| 2020 | 748 |
| 2021 | 791 |
| 2022 | 830 |
| 2023 | 786 |
| 2024 | 553 |
| 2025 | 643 |
Top 39 institutions for Accounting and Related Services, ranked by graduates
Graduates (IPEDS completions), 2024–25. Award levels show which credentials each institution confers in this specialization.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Field earnings* (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MDPublicAward of at least 2 but less than 4 academic yearsMaster'sPost-degree cert. | 189 | 33% | — | $58,863 |
| 2 | Northern Virginia Community College Annandale, VAPublicAssociate'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 81 | 33% | — | — |
| 3 | Tidewater Community College Norfolk, VAPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 63 | 32% | — | $35,597 |
| 4 | J Sargeant Reynolds Community College Richmond, VAPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's | 30 | 32% | — | — |
| 5 | Germanna Community College Locust Grove, VAPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 29 | 46% | — | — |
| 6 | New River Community College Dublin, VAPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 27 | 50% | — | — |
| 7 | George Mason University Fairfax, VAPublicPost-degree cert. | 23 | 68% | — | $67,291 |
| 8 | Franklin University Columbus, OHPrivate not-for-profitBachelor'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAssociate's | 19 | 11% | $22,280 | $51,929 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania State University - World Campus University Park, PAPublicMaster's | 15 | 34% | — | $63,425 |
| 10 | McDaniel College Westminster, MDPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 13 | 63% | $18,988 | $65,941 |
| 11 | Blue Ridge Community College Weyers Cave, VAPublicAssociate'sAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 13 | 40% | — | — |
| 12 | Virginia Western Community College Roanoke, VAPublicAssociate's | 13 | 40% | — | — |
| 13 | Brigham Young University Provo, UTPrivate not-for-profitBachelor'sMaster's | 12 | 81% | $13,712 | $68,393 |
| 14 | Evangel University Springfield, MOPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 11 | 65% | $17,881 | — |
| 15 | Hudson County Community College Jersey City, NJPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 11 | 26% | — | $28,818 |
| 16 | Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown, VAPublicAssociate's | 11 | 45% | — | — |
| 17 | Virginia Peninsula Community College Hampton, VAPublicAssociate'sAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 9 | 34% | — | — |
| 18 | Point University West Point, GAPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 8 | 34% | $20,980 | — |
| 19 | Amberton University Garland, TXPrivate not-for-profitMaster's | 8 | — | — | — |
| 20 | Zane State College Zanesville, OHPublicAssociate's | 7 | 46% | — | — |
| 21 | Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Erie - Behrend College Erie, PAPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 7 | 44% | — | — |
| 22 | Brightpoint Community College Chester, VAPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's | 7 | 38% | — | — |
| 23 | Piedmont Virginia Community College Charlottesville, VAPublicAssociate's | 5 | 39% | — | — |
| 24 | Virginia Highlands Community College Abingdon, VAPublicAssociate'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 5 | 40% | — | — |
| 25 | Community College of Rhode Island Warwick, RIPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 4 | 26% | — | — |
| 26 | Prince George's Community College Largo, MDPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 18% | — | — |
| 27 | Coahoma Community College Clarksdale, MSPublicAssociate's | 2 | 41% | — | — |
| 28 | Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MOPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 2 | 66% | $24,921 | $61,237 |
| 29 | Montana State University Billings Billings, MTPublicAssociate's | 2 | 30% | — | — |
| 30 | Hartwick College Oneonta, NYPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 2 | 53% | $29,688 | — |
| 31 | Patrick & Henry Community College Martinsville, VAPublicAssociate's | 2 | 42% | — | — |
| 32 | Rappahannock Community College Glenns, VAPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 45% | — | — |
| 33 | Southwest Virginia Community College Cedar Bluff, VAPublicAssociate's | 2 | 46% | — | — |
| 34 | Sussex County Community College Newton, NJPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 37% | — | — |
| 35 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MNPrivate not-for-profitPost-degree cert. | 1 | 66% | $18,163 | $54,833 |
| 36 | Mississippi Christian University Clinton, MSPrivate not-for-profitMaster's | 1 | 59% | $21,096 | — |
| 37 | Siena University Loudonville, NYPrivate not-for-profitPost-degree cert. | 1 | 75% | $30,138 | $49,463 |
| 38 | Florida National University - Main Campus Hialeah, FLPrivate for-profitAssociate's | 1 | 31% | $24,775 | $41,019 |
| 39 | Indiana Wesleyan University - National & Global Marion, INPrivate not-for-profitMaster's | 1 | 35% | $18,316 | $57,029 |
* Median earnings 1 year after graduation for the broader Accounting and Related Services field (CIP 52.03) at these institutions; College Scorecard does not publish earnings at the 6-digit level.
Offered in 16 states
Where Accounting and Related Services graduates come from. Each state links to all Accounting and Related Services programs offered there.
| State | Institutions | Graduates / yr | Top institution by graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 16 | 322 | Northern Virginia Community College81 / yr |
| Maryland | 3 | 204 | University of Maryland Global Campus189 / yr |
| Ohio | 2 | 26 | Franklin University19 / yr |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | 22 | Pennsylvania State University - World Campus15 / yr |
| Missouri | 2 | 13 | Evangel University11 / yr |
| New Jersey | 2 | 13 | Hudson County Community College11 / yr |
| Utah | 1 | 12 | Brigham Young University12 / yr |
| Georgia | 1 | 8 | Point University8 / yr |
| Texas | 1 | 8 | Amberton University8 / yr |
| Rhode Island | 1 | 4 | Community College of Rhode Island4 / yr |
| Mississippi | 2 | 3 | Coahoma Community College2 / yr |
| New York | 2 | 3 | Hartwick College2 / yr |
| Montana | 1 | 2 | Montana State University Billings2 / yr |
| Minnesota | 1 | 1 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota1 / yr |
| Florida | 1 | 1 | Florida National University - Main Campus1 / yr |
| Indiana | 1 | 1 | Indiana Wesleyan University - National & Global1 / yr |
Other Accounting and Related Services specializations
The 5 other 6-digit CIP codes under Accounting and Related Services (CIP 52.03).
- AccountingCIP 52.030160,383 graduates / yr1,352 institutions
- Accounting Technology/CIP 52.0302
Technician and Bookkeeping 18,452 graduates / yr644 institutions - Accounting and FinanceCIP 52.03043,776 graduates / yr134 institutions
- Accounting and Business/CIP 52.0305
Management 1,487 graduates / yr101 institutions - AuditingCIP 52.0303208 graduates / yr17 institutions
Common questions
What types of degrees are offered in this program?+
The program offers various awards, including those lasting at least 12 weeks, as well as associate's degrees.
How many colleges offer this program in the U.S.?+
Currently, there are 39 colleges offering the Accounting and Related Services program in the U.S.
What is the typical duration of this program?+
The program typically offers awards ranging from less than 1 year to 4 academic years.
What are the job prospects for graduates?+
While specific job growth and wage data are not available, the program prepares students for various accounting careers.
What is the CIP code for Accounting and Related Services?+
Accounting and Related Services is CIP 52.0399 in the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020), a 6-digit specialization within Accounting and Related Services (CIP 52.03). NCES defines it as: Any instructional program in accounting not listed above.
How many institutions offer Accounting and Related Services programs?+
39 U.S. institutions reported Accounting and Related Services graduates in IPEDS 2024–25, across 16 states, awarding 643 credentials in the year. That is 0.8% of all Accounting and Related Services graduates.
About the data on this page
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Program definitions are from the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020). Skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, tools, and job zones are from the O*NET database by the U.S. Department of Labor, used under the CC BY 4.0 license.
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