Accounting at Riverland Community College in Austin, MN

Business, Management & Marketing CERTIFICATE CIP 52.0301

Total Graduates

3

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

33%

1 of 3

Female Graduates

67%

2 of 3

Annual Tuition & Fees

$6,297

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Accounting.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 52.0301
Program Family Business, Management & Marketing

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 3 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 33% male, 67% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Riverland Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Accounting21%82%80%$8,397
Accounting Transfer Pathway21%82%80%$8,397
Bookkeeper42%67%75%$8,942
Tax Preparer42%67%75%$8,942
Accounting Clerk52%84%79%$9,145

In the Accounting program at Riverland Community College, 82% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 21% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,397 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Accounting Transfer Pathway program at Riverland Community College, 82% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 21% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,397 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Bookkeeper program at Riverland Community College, 67% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 42% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,942 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Tax Preparer program at Riverland Community College, 67% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 42% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,942 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Accounting Clerk program at Riverland Community College, 84% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 52% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,145 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

License Requirements for Accountants and Auditors in Minnesota

Working in this field in Minnesota may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$81,680

10-Year Job Growth

+4.6%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 9 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$65,344+4.6%
75%
primary100% confidence
N/A0%
75%
primary100% confidence
Budget Analysts SOC: 13-2031
$70,344+1%
75%
primary100% confidence
$77,816+5.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
Credit Analysts SOC: 13-2041
$64,776-4.4%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$61,260

Peak Salary

$102,100

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (6)

Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Active Listening
Writing
Judgment and Decision Making

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Austin, MN

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,297
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,297
Average Net Price $8,017

Program Information

CIP Code: 52.0301
CIP Family: 52
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