Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.

Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma

Accounting masters's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (10 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Northeastern State University$89,337
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus$69,399
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus$67,605
Oklahoma City University$67,523
National Median$68,090

Other Accounting Programs in Oklahoma

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oklahoma schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus
Stillwater
$10,234$69,399
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
Norman
$9,595$67,605
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City
$33,586$67,523

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 Northeastern State University, approximately 42% 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.