Accounting (Bachelor's Degree) at Florida Memorial University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$51,837

Est. from FL median (22 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$25,250

Est. from FL median (9 programs)

Analysis

Similar accounting programs across Florida suggest first-year earnings around $52,000—squarely in line with the state median but trailing the strongest programs by $10,000 or more. With estimated debt of $25,250, graduates would face a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio below 0.5, meaning roughly six months of gross income to cover what they borrowed. That's reasonable by most measures, though not exceptional.

The gap between Florida Memorial and Florida's top accounting programs deserves attention. University of Florida and University of North Florida graduates start $6,000-$13,000 higher based on actual reported data, which compounds significantly over a career. However, with two-thirds of students receiving Pell grants, Florida Memorial serves a different population—students who might not have the same access to flagship universities. For families prioritizing affordability and access over maximum earning potential, peer programs suggest the financial fundamentals work out acceptably.

The reality is you're making this decision with limited visibility into Florida Memorial's specific outcomes. If your child has offers from programs with actual data showing stronger earnings—particularly UF, UNF, or FAU—those deserve serious consideration. If this is the accessible option that gets them a bachelor's in accounting with manageable debt, the estimated numbers suggest it could support a solid middle-class career, even if it won't open the same doors as Florida's most competitive programs.

Where Florida Memorial University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all accounting bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Florida

Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (42 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Florida Memorial UniversityMiami Gardens	$19,110	$51,837*	—	$25,250*	—
University of FloridaGainesville	$6,381	$65,144*	$75,355	$18,003*	0.28
University of North FloridaJacksonville	$6,389	$58,514*	$66,355	$22,615*	0.39
Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton	$4,879	$56,600*	$60,630	$19,431*	0.34
Florida State UniversityTallahassee	$5,656	$55,626*	$74,193	$18,625*	0.33
University of Central FloridaOrlando	$6,368	$55,203*	$68,209	$19,736*	0.36
National Median	—	$53,694*	—	$25,000*	0.47

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with accounting graduates

Financial Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Treasurers and Controllers

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Investment Fund Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate investment strategy or operations for a large pool of liquid assets supplied by institutional investors or individual investors.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial and Investment Analysts

Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private institutions, including valuation of businesses.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Risk Specialists

Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Examiners

Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records.

$90,400/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Budget Analysts

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

$87,930/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Accountants and Auditors

Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.

$81,680/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.

$59,740/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers.

$49,210/yrJobs growth:Some college, no degree

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Compile and record employee time and payroll data. May compute employees' time worked, production, and commission. May compute and post wages and deductions, or prepare paychecks.

$48,650/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

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 Florida Memorial University, approximately 66% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 22 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.