Accounting at Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Coon Rapids, MN · Public · Associate Degree · Accounting and Related Services

a compact campus enrolling 3,983 students in Coon Rapids, MN.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $43,520 at Anoka-Ramsey Community College come in 22% above the national median of $35,807 for Accounting programs.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 52.5x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Accounting programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Accounting's career paths, with 62% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 30% gap from the optimistic case.

With first-year pay of $43,520 far exceeding the $20,186 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

At #32 of 176 nationally, this is a top-5% Accounting program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

Earnings grow from $43,520 to $60,503 over five years — a 39% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Accounting offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

71 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
63
Low End
71
Score
74
High End
Earnings $43,520/yr (22% vs median)
AI-Proof Exposed (38% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (451,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$648K
8.6% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
57.0x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
13 of 14
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$11,364
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,186
5.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$60,503
39% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Accounting graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Financial managers $161,700 +14.8% 50%
Financial risk specialists $106,000 +6.5% 47%
Financial and investment analysts $101,350 +5.7% 54%
Financial managers
$161,700
+14.8% growth 50% AI-proof
Financial risk specialists
$106,000
+6.5% growth 47% AI-proof
Financial and investment analysts
$101,350
+5.7% growth 54% AI-proof

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Accounting Career Guide

See the full career breakdown for Accounting — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Anoka-Ramsey Community College and 175 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 71/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Accounting at Anoka-Ramsey Community College?
At 71/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
What's the AI risk for Accounting graduates from Anoka-Ramsey Community College?
With 62% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $455,315 in decade earnings vs $648,259 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
What makes Anoka-Ramsey Community College's Accounting program stand out?
Among 176 Accounting programs, Anoka-Ramsey Community College's #32 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Accounting graduates?
Yes — 5 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Accounting career paths, including Accounting Technician (Alternate Title: Accounting Specialist). Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Anoka-Ramsey Community College.
Is there demand for Accounting workers?
At 451,900 annual openings, Accounting has a very large employment base. Anoka-Ramsey Community College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
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