Accounting at Rasmussen University-Illinois

Rockford, IL · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Accounting and Related Services

a compact campus enrolling 1,330 students in Rockford, IL.

Program Analysis

Rasmussen University-Illinois's Accounting graduates start at $43,765/yr — above the $35,807 national average, though not by a wide margin.

The 19.0x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 62% task exposure — and the 15% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Accounting graduates.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $20,000 in median debt clears fast against $43,765 in annual earnings.

At #105 out of 176 programs, Rasmussen University-Illinois's financial outcomes for Accounting trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $43,765 to $52,198 over five years (19% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

With 5 registered apprenticeships mapped to Accounting, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

62 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
55
Low End
62
Score
65
High End
Earnings $43,765/yr (22% vs median)
AI-Proof Exposed (38% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (451,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$538K
4.5% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
19.9x
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
$27,092
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,000
5.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$52,198
19% 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 Rasmussen University-Illinois and 175 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 62/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Accounting at Rasmussen University-Illinois?
At 62/100, the score looks reasonable — but Accounting is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.
Should I worry about AI if I study Accounting at Rasmussen University-Illinois?
AI won't eliminate Accounting careers, but it may reshape them. At Rasmussen University-Illinois, a score of 62/100 already accounts for the 62% task exposure — the ROI calculation factors in reduced employment probability.
Can I learn Accounting through an apprenticeship instead of Rasmussen University-Illinois?
The DOL recognizes 5 apprenticeship pathways related to Accounting. For students weighing Rasmussen University-Illinois's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Accounting workers?
The career paths mapped to Accounting have roughly 451,900 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Demand is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →