Accounting at University of Oregon

University of Oregon's accounting program produces graduates who earn solidly above the national median, hitting $58,449 in year one and jumping to $75,219 by year four. That's a strong 29% earnings trajectory that suggests UO accountants are landing positions with genuine growth potential, not just entry-level roles that plateau quickly. The program ranks in the 60th percentile among Oregon accounting programs—middle of the pack in-state, though it trails George Fox and Linfield by a small margin.

The debt picture requires attention. At $20,500, graduates carry less than peers at many Oregon schools (where the state median is $26,000), but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35 sits at the 80th percentile nationally—meaning 80% of accounting programs nationwide saddle students with less relative debt. For context, this isn't alarming territory, but it's worth comparing to what in-state alternatives might cost your specific student after aid packages are factored in.

For students who can access Oregon's resident tuition, this program offers reliable outcomes: earnings that exceed both national and state medians, paired with debt that's manageable if not exceptional. The 85% admission rate means most qualified applicants get in, and the earnings growth pattern suggests the UO credential opens doors beyond basic bookkeeping roles. If your child is considering more expensive private options in Oregon, the earnings data here shows UO delivers comparable results at likely lower cost.