Accounting at Wheeling University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeling University | $50,688* | — | $26,588* | — |
| Strayer University-West Virginia | $52,373* | $56,398 | $54,989* | 1.05 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology | $51,824* | $69,240 | $23,903* | 0.46 |
| West Virginia University | $51,824* | $69,240 | $23,903* | 0.46 |
| American Public University System | $50,688* | $46,839 | $38,147* | 0.75 |
| Fairmont State University | $47,630* | $55,226 | —* | — |
| National Median | $53,694* | — | $25,000* | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in West Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across West Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strayer University-West Virginia Scott Depot | $13,920 | $52,373 | $54,989 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley | $8,064 | $51,824 | $23,903 |
| West Virginia University Morgantown | $9,648 | $51,824 | $23,903 |
| American Public University System Charles Town | $8,400 | $50,688 | $38,147 |
| Fairmont State University Fairmont | $8,454 | $47,630 | — |
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 Wheeling University, approximately 25% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in WV. Actual outcomes may vary.