by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how UMass Amherst ranks among other schools offering degrees in accounting.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for accounting majors, UMass Amherst came in at #31. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #3 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Accounting Master’s Degree Schools | 17 |
| Best Accounting Graduate Degree Schools | 20 |
| Best Accounting Schools | 31 |
| Best Accounting Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 32 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Massachusetts Amherst handed out 137 bachelor's degrees in accounting. This is a decrease of 24% over the previous year when 180 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 148 students received their master’s degree in accounting from UMass Amherst. This makes it the #19 most popular school for accounting master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of accounting students who receive their bachelor's degree at UMass Amherst is $67,574. This is higher than $53,483, which is the national median for all accounting bachelor's degree recipients.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at UMass Amherst was $1,605 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $691 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,591 | $38,527 |
| Fees | $766 | $766 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,869 | $14,869 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,440 | $1,440 |
Learn more about UMass Amherst tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 54% of accounting bachelor's degrees went to men and 46% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 65% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a bachelor's in accounting.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 13 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15 |
| White | 89 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 7 |
| Other Races | 10 |
Online degrees for the UMass Amherst accounting bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UMass Amherst Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's accounting program at UMass Amherst make a median salary of $78,003. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all accounting graduates with a master's is $68,141.
For the most recent academic year available, 56% of accounting master's degrees went to men and 44% went to women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at UMass Amherst are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 63% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a master's in accounting.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 21 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15 |
| White | 100 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 15 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the accounting majors at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 749 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 289 |
| Marketing | 165 |
| Hospitality Management | 102 |
| Real Estate | 37 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.