Accounting and Related Services at Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY · Bachelor's Degree · about 21 graduates a year
Clarkson University graduates in accounting and related services earn 22% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 27% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Clarkson University Compares for Accounting and Related Services
All 796 colleges reporting accounting and related services earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Georgetown University Washington, DC | $141,931 | $124,368 | #3 | $89,564 |
| 2 | Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA | $130,990 | $133,218 | #1 | $75,776 |
| 3 | Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA | $130,087 | $118,371 | #6 | $78,417 |
| 4 | Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA | $126,461 | $111,362 | #9 | $75,512 |
| 5 | Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA | $125,874 | $128,015 | #2 | $77,026 |
| 6 | University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA | $121,101 | $110,194 | #10 | $73,903 |
| 7 | Villanova University Villanova, PA | $120,207 | $122,252 | #5 | $77,966 |
| 8 | American University Washington, DC | $119,020 | $104,292 | #24 | — |
| 9 | Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA | $118,946 | $108,311 | #13 | $81,625 |
| 10 | Fordham University Bronx, NY | $117,024 | $111,383 | #8 | $76,473 |
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| 88 | Butler University Indianapolis, IN | $93,584 | $100,398 | #43 | — |
| 89 | McDaniel College Westminster, MD | $93,347 | $81,923 | #249 | $65,941 |
| 90 | University of Georgia Athens, GA | $93,260 | $96,543 | #64 | $64,058 |
| 91 | Clarkson University Potsdam, NY | $93,132 | $88,642 | #150 | $60,594 |
| 92 | Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX | $93,032 | $94,586 | #90 | $60,619 |
| 93 | University of Iowa Iowa City, IA | $92,767 | $97,580 | #56 | $65,373 |
| 94 | Molloy College Rockville Centre, NY | $92,683 | $88,215 | #153 | $70,344 |
Other Majors at Clarkson University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $107,790 | $80,942 | #85 of 189 |
| Computer Science | $103,132 | $79,744 | #148 of 349 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $97,750 | $77,940 | #145 of 258 |
| Chemical Engineering | $93,614 | $75,887 | #104 of 158 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $93,152 | $65,887 | #42 of 1176 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering | $91,066 | $71,783 | #49 of 59 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $90,286 | $73,168 | #179 of 318 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | $88,793 | $74,407 | #19 of 33 |
| Civil Engineering | $82,387 | $70,136 | #156 of 233 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering | $77,891 | $67,308 | #35 of 46 |
| Biology | $77,791 | $39,807 | #34 of 841 |
| Psychology | $73,359 | — | #16 of 1027 |
| Communication and Media Studies | — | $41,745 | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | — | $37,753 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Clarkson University accounting and related services graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $60,594 one year after graduating and $93,132 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Clarkson University rank for accounting and related services?
Among 796 colleges reporting earnings for accounting and related services graduates, Clarkson University ranks #91 by median pay four years after graduation, and #150 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is accounting and related services at Clarkson University worth it?
Its graduates earn 22% more than the national median for accounting and related services ($76,194), and the median federal debt at graduation is $25,000.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.