Accounting at University of North Texas

UNT's accounting program punches well above its weight, delivering earnings that surpass 78% of accounting programs nationally—remarkable for a school with a 72% admission rate and reasonable tuition expectations. Starting at $61,509 and climbing to over $72,000 by year four, graduates earn substantially more than both the Texas median ($49,406) and national median ($53,694). The debt picture sweetens the deal: at $20,500, it's notably lower than the national median of $25,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.33 that gives graduates real financial breathing room.

The program sits in the 60th percentile among Texas accounting programs, which places it solidly in the middle tier behind flagships and elite privates like TCU and SMU, but ahead of most alternatives. Given that UNT costs far less than those top-tier competitors while still producing strong outcomes, the value equation works decidedly in its favor. The 18% earnings growth trajectory suggests graduates are gaining meaningful experience and advancement in their careers.

For families seeking a cost-effective path into accounting—a profession with clear career mobility—UNT delivers outcomes that rival much more selective programs without the debt burden. This is exactly the kind of program where smart students can build successful careers without overpaying for the credential.