Accounting at Blinn College District

Brenham, TX · Public · Associate Degree · Accounting and Related Services

serving 16,156 students in Brenham, TX.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $32,243/yr, roughly in line with the $35,807 national median for Accounting. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 36.8x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Accounting career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

With first-year pay of $32,243 far exceeding the $13,375 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #116 ranking among 176 Accounting programs places Blinn College District in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The 5 apprenticeship pathways connected to Accounting reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

60 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
55
Low End
60
Score
63
High End
Earnings $32,243/yr (-10% vs median)
AI-Proof Exposed (38% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (451,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$337K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
36.8x
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 (In-State)
$9,160
Out-of-state: $22,060
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,375
5.0 months of Year 1 earnings

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

From day-one roles to senior positions, Accounting careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering business & office.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Accounting at Blinn College District?
At 60/100, 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.
How vulnerable is Accounting to AI automation?
AI exposure of 62% is a real factor. For Blinn College District specifically, the gap between optimistic ($337,334) and pessimistic ($337,334) decade earnings reflects that uncertainty.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Accounting program at Blinn College District?
Beyond Blinn College District's classroom route, 5 registered apprenticeships map to Accounting careers — including Accounting Technician (Alternate Title: Accounting Specialist). Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Is there demand for Accounting workers?
At 451,900 annual openings, Accounting has a very large employment base. Blinn College District graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →