2022 Best Colleges for Accounting and Finance in America

• College Station, TX•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  7,340 reviews

Sophomore: My experience at Texas A&M University in College Station has been nothing if not incredible. Everyone you meet is beyond nice and willing to lend you a hand. Professors (from my experience) want to see you succeed and benefit my education enormously. The environment that the school is in, College Station, TX, is a place like no other because the entire city is built around the university. If you live here, and didn't attend TAMU, you're an oddball - and I love that! Everyone here has a common unity in the best school in the nation for a variety of subjects, especially engineering and agriculture. Last but certainly not least, the traditions give this school life. From the outside looking in, you can't understand; from the inside looking out, you can't even begin to explain, it's truly something special. I cannot wait for the next few years to continue here, I wouldn't change it for the world!... Read 7,340 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 63%

• Net price $19,906

• SAT range 1160-1380

• New York, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  1,364 reviews

Senior: Hi! This is Anna. I am a senior student at Baruch College, which majors in Finance. I love this school's study vibe and community inside, and it offers a lot of practical courses on developing students’ future careers. It was a worthwhile school for students to pay off their tuition at a low price and to achieve their study goals at the same time. The academic courses they offer will be diversified and exciting at all. You can find strong support from an advisory to adjust your four-year school goal or ask for help continuing your master's degree. You can get a lot of internship opportunities through our school StarrCareer website and prepare for your future job as soon as possible. If you want to finish your Bachelor’s degree and get a pretty good job, you should be considering this school and put all your efforts into it to get an succeeded.... Read 1,364 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 41%

• Net price $3,897

• SAT range 1170-1360

• Fort Worth, TX•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  1,646 reviews

Junior: Texas Christian University has the perfect medium sized campus and it is gorgeous! There are only about 15-40 students in the majority of the classes and the professors are great. However, it is very expensive (of course). The only thing is that I wish the people I have tried to become friends with were more inclusive. Cliques are very much a thing at TCU! I would say you just have to get lucky to find the perfect friend group. Other than that, TCU is a wonderful college.... Read 1,646 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 48%

• Net price $40,220

• SAT range 1110-1320

• Claremont, CA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  421 reviews

Sophomore: Claremont Mckenna College is an amazing academic institution. Every student here is so passionate and loves to learn. Claremont has an incredible, close knit-community that is incredibly supportive. My professors all are so kind and involved. I love CMC! Sko nas!... Read 421 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 13%

• Net price $22,004

• SAT range 1330-1500

• Minneapolis, MN•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  4,584 reviews

Freshman: I'm a freshman at the U and after experiencing much of what the university had to offer, I realized how fitting this school was for me. The academic and advising support I received greatly helped me decide how I want to plan my undergrad career to reach my professional goals; going into college I was very indecisive about what I wanted to pursue, and now I'm set to graduate early majoring in Sociology of Law, Criminology, & Justice! I think the academic and professional opportunities make up for the sub-par dorms, dining hall food, and public safety to an extent, but I hope to see these areas improved in the future. All of my professors have been helpful and very knowledgeable in their fields and there are tons of opportunities to get involved in student life. It's not hard to find your communities but the size of the school and all the opportunities make it easier to put yourself out there and do what you want to do!... Read 4,584 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 70%

• Net price $17,729

• SAT range 1240-1460

• Waco, TX•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  4,369 reviews

Alum: Baylor is an excellent institution! From academic rigor and excellence, to a beautiful campus and strong community bonds, Baylor has all the essential elements of a great university! I lived in the Honors Residential College on campus for my first 2 years and gained life long friends through that experience and also in my classes. The professors were experts in their fields and genuinely cared about their students' well being and intellectual advancement. I would highly recommend Baylor University!... Read 4,369 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 68%

• Net price $40,133

• SAT range 1200-1380

• Des Moines, IA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  947 reviews

Alum: The best part of my Drake experience is that they catered to the phase of my life I was in. For the first two years, I was provided a lot of hands-on experience and guidance from trusted advisors. They taught the importance of internships, networking, building a community on campus and finding close friendships to help me get through the challenges of being away at college. I thrived in this nurturing environment. Going into my third year, I found a passion for international business and language. It was encouraged to pursue passions beyond your major coursework and I can't say enough good things about the experiences I was able to have. I found leadership opportunities and found myself helping younger students achieve and build their passions. Upon graduation, I believe that helped me land my first position immediately in a field and role I love. I can't say enough good things about the curriculum, activities, advisors and peers at this university!... Read 947 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 68%

• Net price $30,321

• SAT range 1110-1340

• New Brunswick, NJ•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  5,842 reviews

Freshman: Overall, Rutgers gets a bad reputation from people who live in state. Once you come to Rutgers, you realize it’s a top notch university and college town just like other big out of state schools. We are a Big Ten University, meaning we get great resources for academics, along with competing in one of the best sports conferences in college athletics. The best part is the diversity. Diversity in people, fun, and opportunities. Rutgers has great people from amazing backgrounds. For fun, you can do anything from go to a sporting event, to go to one of the hundreds of restaurants in New Brunswick, or even watch a movie on campus! Opportunities are also endless at Rutgers as there are many clubs, classes, and internship opportunities for each student in every school. The only things I would change would be the separated campuses and campus safety. While each campus is unique in its own way and can run on its own, I wish they were all together for a better sense of community.... Read 5,842 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 67%

• Net price $17,835

• SAT range 1180-1410

• Cleveland, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  1,710 reviews

Freshman: Case Western deeply cares for the success of its students. The professors and administration alike do all that they can to support their students and to keep them safe. The professors care for their students, and due to the smaller nature of the school are easily accessible. They are there to ensure students succeed. There are numerous opportunities, and unlike other institutions, there are systems in place to help you access and take advantage of these opportunities. The institution works hard to ensure that students are aware of the opportunities they have available. The location is incredible with three major healthcare institutions nearby, local museums that are free to access, and large companies in Cleveland. As a research-focused institution, there are numerous projects in numerous fields of study. This means that students can study what they choose. That being said, the food options for anyone with dietary restrictions are deeply limiting and the housing could be improved.... Read 1,710 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 30%

• Net price $36,002

• SAT range 1340-1520

• College Park, MD•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  5,369 reviews

Alum: UMD-College Park was a great investment! As a transfer student from community college, I thought that I would have a hard time adjusting, but all the professors and people that I met were friendly. College Park is massive with plenty of local food options, cultural clubs, and things to do. UMD also has partnerships with local companies and you have a unique opportunity to fill your resume with real work experience. In terms of academics, I was part of the limited enrollment graphic design program and it wasn't the best. There were times when the professors admitted that they really didn't know the material well enough and skipped over lessons or that the curriculum leaned more towards art history and theory than actual practice. If you're going to pursue digital/graphic design, I would opt for the Strategic Design & Innovation Fellowship Program at the Smith School of Business because they produce more portfolio-quality pieces before graduation.... Read 5,369 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 44%

• Net price $17,643

• SAT range 1270-1480

• Tuscaloosa, AL•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  4,582 reviews

Junior: The University of Alabama is amazing! I am enrolled in the Culverhouse college of business and I am going on my junior year. The university provides many resources such as tutors, study rooms, career fairs, and much more. The professors are very passionate about their jobs and do want to see you succeed. I am an out-of-state student and I have never felt out of place or excluded. There are students from all different places, backgrounds, and ethnicities, and overall a very diverse student body. I have toured and visited over 25 schools across the nation and nothing compares. The amenities and resources provided are endless and beyond your imagination. The school spirit is simply unmatchable, there is nothing like a Saturday night in Bryant Denny Stadium. If you are considering The University of Alabama, I recommend visiting to see if it is for you. Although, I only visited once before committing, and know many who never visited and have also never once regretted their decision.... Read 4,582 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 80%

• Net price $20,518

• SAT range 1070-1330

• Oxford, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  3,267 reviews

Alum: Miami is an excellent school with excellent programs, professors, and extracurriculars. The campus is gorgeous and a picturesque campus you usually see in movies. Diversity is lacking at this school, despite it's best efforts. Greek life is huge, and I didn't join that group but found "my people" in residence life, where I was an RA for 2 years. Oh, and the food is AMAZING! 15 years on and I still think about it... Overall I cherish my memories of Miami U!... Read 3,267 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 92%

• Net price $24,345

• SAT range 1160-1370

• Saint Paul, MN•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  1,224 reviews

Freshman: UST is a really great school! The professors really care, and the classes are great no matter what your major is. The staff genuinely cares about students and will do anything to help them. There is barely any diversity on campus, despite that being a huge promotional factor. Parties do exist when you know the right people but it's not a huge party school by any means. Overall, it's a good school and I'd recommend it to anyone.... Read 1,224 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 87%

• Net price $31,799

• SAT range 1130-1340

• University Of Richmond, VA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.87 out of 5  744 reviews

Freshman: My experience at the University of Richmond has been one filled with incredibly understanding and motivating professors. Since my first semester I found that my mental health and well being in general has been put at the forefront and prioritized with accommodations regarding course work. There are a variety of activities, clubs, and sports that radiate inclusive and encouraging energy to any and all that join. There is constantly something to do on campus ranging from acapella performances , day of the dead celebrations, haunted houses, mechanical spider riding, just about anything! The resources on campus are also endless. There is a highly vocalized opportunity to engage in research alongside professors, and career services that help launch well prepared students into internships. Something that I would like to change around campus would perhaps be an upgrade in security. This meaning more patrol around the entrances of campus simply because it is so easy access to the public.... Read 744 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 31%

• Net price $25,700

• SAT range 1280-1460

• Smithfield, RI•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  1,055 reviews

Senior: As a rising senior at Bryant University, I have never had a bad experience academically. The course structure is set up to be intellectually challenging yet very informative and the professors want their students to excel, so they are willing to meet during office hours in order to help the students. The campus is smaller than most other Rhode Island schools, but the sense of community Bryant students have is one that I wouldn’t want to trade for anything else. Brian offers many different clubs and organizations for eight students to join and meet friends as well as pursue their hobbies and interests. Being relatively close to Providence and Boston, there is plenty of opportunities to go off campus and take advantage of fun activities and restaurants!... Read 1,055 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 76%

• Net price $39,919

• SAT range 1120-1280

• Richardson, TX•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  2,404 reviews

Freshman: I completed my first year at the University of Texas at Dallas and it was great. I commuted the fall of 2021 and when I did so, I didn’t really have a social life except for the partners I was set up with for labs. For the Spring of 2022, I lived on campus and I had a much better experience. I was able to enjoy the beauty of the campus and make more friends. The classes were challenging but the professors were very understanding. Some things I would change would be to have more social events and better advertising for those events. Even though I was on campus 24/7, I didn’t see enough advertising for events planned by different organizations and would only come to find out of the event as it was happening. Other than that, I find UTD great!... Read 2,404 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $11,185

• SAT range 1220-1450

• Columbia, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  4,376 reviews

Sophomore: My first year on campus was absolutely amazing! I stayed in South Quad, one of the on-campus living dorms. It had a great location and I could walk anywhere I needed to go. The campus has nice places to hangout with your friends to study, get food, or socialize between classes. Some of the facilities are somewhat old and starting to show their age, but the university is working on updating a lot of the departments. I am very exciting to see how it all turns out in the end. The on-campus amenities are surrounded by unique local shops and restaurants that have been staples to Columbia for decades. From Five Points to The Vista, there is an array of activities for students to participate in. Overall, UofSC is a great place for anyone looking for a quality education with a low country feel!... Read 4,376 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 68%

• Net price $21,784

• SAT range 1140-1340

• Blacksburg, VA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  3,986 reviews

Senior: I love Virginia Tech! The college has a national brand and solid academics at a very reasonable in-state tuition rate. The Hokie Stone buildings give a very traditional vibe, while the attitude of the school is to push the limits technologically and otherwise. The engineering program is great, the athletics are competitive, and the college is both disability conscious and military friendly. The campus and surrounding areas are beautiful, and the people here are amazing. It is very easy to find great friends, whether you are more interested in physical fitness, gaming, studying, or playing Quiditch, trust me, there is a group on campus for you!... Read 3,986 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 66%

• Net price $20,247

• SAT range 1170-1370

• West Lafayette, IN•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  4,861 reviews

Freshman: Purdue University is a good school for STEM majors, especially CS and Engineering. I not only learned a lot from within the classroom but also a lot from the outside since there are a lot of opportunities to learn from clubs, events, undergraduate research, and many more!... Read 4,861 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 67%

• Net price $12,294

• SAT range 1170-1420

• Clemson, SC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  3,389 reviews

Alum: My blood will forever run orange! Clemson is an excellent state school located in Clemson, SC. I had the pleasure of attending Clemson from 2018-2021 and received a degree in biochemistry. The academics at Clemson are outstanding, know that if you end up attending Clemson you will be challenged. The outstanding academics at Clemson are well-known, future employers will take note of you when you say you graduated from Clemson. I only have positive things to say about the professors I had while at Clemson; all were professional, intelligent, and really cared about helping the students succeed. I still keep up with some of my professors to this day! Something else that Clemson is known for is football! Clemson was the 2016 and 2018 national champion, so I was lucky enough to be a student when we won! School spirit at Clemson is intense, both students and alumni rally 100% behind their tigers. Game days in Death Valley bring thousands of people to the Clemson area.... Read 3,389 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 62%

• Net price $22,935

• SAT range 1210-1390

• Iowa City, IA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  3,719 reviews

Freshman: I love being at the University of Iowa. The people are great, the classes are rightfully challenging, and the environment is wonderful. All of the professors want to help you, and peers always are there to support you. Iowa City has a wonderful campus - not too small, yet not too big either. The bus service is free and you can get to the opposite side of campus in minutes. Football games are always awesome and I love going to the park to play frisbee or catch with my friends. There are plenty of intramurals, volunteer opportunities, and clubs to get involved in, and there are always good memories to come!... Read 3,719 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 84%

• Net price $17,452

• SAT range 1110-1310

• University , MS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  2,142 reviews

Freshman: I am currently a freshman at the University of Mississippi (OleMiss). Since I first stepped foot on campus I knew this school was right for me. Everyone is so friendly and happy here. My professors are very invested in my education and will always go the extra mile to help us students understand and maintain the material. OleMiss has many opportunities and facilities for students to come and receive extra tutoring and one on one time to better excel in all courses. The campus is genuinely one of the most beautiful college campuses. OleMiss does an amazing job of keeping the campus beautiful and clean. Not only does OleMiss strive to better students education, it one of the best schools in the sec. OleMiss does a phenomenal job of connecting students in on campus and helping us create lifelong relationships. I am so grateful I chose OleMiss to be my home. Hotty Toddy!... Read 2,142 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 88%

• Net price $13,540

• SAT range 1010-1230

• East Lansing, MI•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  5,839 reviews

Senior: Best University academically and athletically! MSU is rated among the 100 Best Global Universities, according to Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings, 2021. The university has some of the best freshman retention and graduate placement rates across the country. Support services are available to students to help every step of the way. No matter where students take their MSU journey, they will have a strong support network that is invested in their success. MSU has 37 undergraduate and graduate programs ranked in the top 25 nationally (U.S. News & World Report, 2021), including nine No.1-ranked program The MSU campus is situated in East Lansing, regarded as one of America’s friendliest cities, whilst being near the capital of Michigan. On their doorstep, students can enjoy stunning nature and vibrant arts and culture, or cheer on the legendary MSU football team.... Read 5,839 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 76%

• Net price $16,655

• SAT range 1100-1300

• Auburn, AL•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  2,426 reviews

Sophomore: As an out-of-state student, I have found that Auburn is worth the investment. There are a plethora of opportunities for every student. In regards to academics, there are rigorous classes that will challenge and prepare the student as well as the opportunity to apply for the Honors College. Campus life offers a place and group for anybody as long as the student is willing to seek them out and do the work to find which group is the best fit. The website AUInvolve lists the majority of these groups along with descriptions- it is incredibly helpful to narrow down the search! Above all the idea of the Auburn Family runs deep in the school and how it operates. I do feel as though the school as a whole genuinely cares and believes in my success. I have never felt as though I was unprepared for any step at Auburn- even tasks such as registering for classes are explained in detail and there are resources to help students along the way as well. Every need I as a student may encounter is met.... Read 2,426 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $24,028

• SAT range 1150-1320

• Vestal, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  2,507 reviews

Senior: I really enjoyed my experience at Binghamton University as a Neuroscience Major! It's a great school for research and pre-health because there are so many research labs, and health extracurriculars students can get involved with. For example, programs such as FRI, allow students to work towards research presentations as freshmen. Furthermore, since Binghamton is a research university, almost every professor has a research laboratory, so there are many different avenues of research that undergraduates can pursue. Additionally, there are many hospitals in the area so pre-med and pre- pa students can easily find jobs and internships. There are also lots of clubs dedicated to improving healthcare in the Binghamton community, which allow students to work alongside peers and community leaders. Although academics at Binghamton are robust, I still found that most students were able to achieve a great academic/ student life balance.... Read 2,507 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 43%

• Net price $19,061

• SAT range 1290-1450