There are 2 accounting schools in Jackson, Michigan. Jackson has a total population of 36,316 and a student population of 10,161. Of these students, 10,161 are enrolled in schools that offer accounting programs.
Of the 2 accounting schools in Jackson, the largest accounting school, by student population, is Jackson Community College. Approximately 47 students graduated in 2010 from Jackson Community College with credentials in accounting.
A total of 66 students graduated with credentials in accounting from accounting schools in Jackson in 2010. Tuition in 2009 at Jackson's accounting schools was $14,435 per year for instate students and $15,755 per year for out of state students.
In addition to tuition costs, you should plan on spending an average of $1,452 for books and supplies each year, while enrolled in a accounting program in Jackson. And if you live on campus at one of the Jackson-based accounting schools, you will have an added expense of $5,940 per year, on average, for room and board. Students who live at home can cut this cost down to approximately $10,455.
Many accounting graduates choose to work as accountants after graduation. If you choose to follow that path and remain in Jackson, your job prospects are not very good. There were 55,310 accountants working in Michigan and 640 working in the greater Jackson area in 2010. The government projects that the number of accountants in Jackson will increase by 5% by the year 2018. This anticipated change is slower than the projected nationwide trend for accountants.
As an accountant in Jackson, you can expect to make an average salary of $30,110 per year. This is lower than the average salary for accountants in the state.
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Address:
2111 Emmons Rd, Jackson, Michigan 49201-8399
Awards Offered:
Less than 1 year certificate
1-2 years certificate
Associate's degree
Baker College of Jackson
Address:
2800 Springport Rd, Jackson, Michigan 49202-1290
Awards Offered:
1-2 years certificate
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate