Accounting at University of Connecticut-Avery Point

UConn Avery Point's accounting program punches well above its weight. With a first-year median salary of $70,945, graduates earn more than 95% of accounting programs nationwide—remarkable performance for a regional campus with an 87% admission rate. The $21,898 median debt translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.31, meaning graduates owe roughly four months of income. That's exceptional leverage.

The Connecticut context reveals interesting nuances. At the 60th percentile statewide, this program performs solidly but not spectacularly compared to other Connecticut accounting programs—which makes sense given that Connecticut's accounting market is particularly strong (the state median of $65,660 already exceeds the national 75th percentile). UConn Avery Point effectively matches the earnings of its flagship campus siblings, suggesting employers treat the UConn credential consistently regardless of which campus issued the diploma.

For families weighing cost versus return, this represents a clear win. Accounting graduates see healthy 14% earnings growth by year four, the debt load is manageable, and the program delivers outcomes competitive with more selective Connecticut universities while likely offering in-state tuition advantages. The moderate sample size of 30-100 graduates provides reasonable confidence in these figures without raising red flags about program stability.