Accounting at Aquinas College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Aquinas College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Aquinas College graduates earn $63k, placing them in the 83th percentile of all accounting bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College | $63,311 | — | — | — |
| Michigan State University | $65,965 | $75,633 | $23,250 | 0.35 |
| Central Michigan University | $62,430 | $65,971 | $29,000 | 0.46 |
| Albion College | $62,266 | — | $27,000 | 0.43 |
| Walsh College | $61,960 | $59,351 | $21,587 | 0.35 |
| Hope College | $61,120 | $75,233 | $27,000 | 0.44 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $65,965 | $23,250 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $62,430 | $29,000 |
| Albion College Albion | $55,746 | $62,266 | $27,000 |
| Walsh College Troy | — | $61,960 | $21,587 |
| Hope College Holland | $40,420 | $61,120 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Aquinas College, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.