Accounting at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of North Carolina Wilmington graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of North Carolina Wilmington graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 76th percentile of all accounting masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Accounting masters's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina Wilmington | $72,037 | — | — | — |
| Wake Forest University | $70,335 | $91,757 | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $68,449 | $88,128 | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $67,822 | $79,668 | — | — |
| Gardner-Webb University | $67,370 | $63,787 | — | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $66,000 | $76,982 | — | — |
| National Median | $68,090 | — | — | — |
Other Accounting Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $70,335 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $68,449 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $67,822 | — |
| Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs | $33,450 | $67,370 | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $66,000 | — |
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 University of North Carolina Wilmington, approximately 24% 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.