Job Title | Average Wage | Annual Job Openings | Expected Growth |
Tax Preparer | MT: $46,770/yr US: $46,290/yr |
MT: 50 US: 9,800 |
MT: 12% US: 2% |
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Audit Clerk | MT: $37,370/yr US: $45,560/yr |
MT: 930 US: 170,200 |
MT: 0% US: -3.0% |
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerk | MT: $46,640/yr US: $47,610/yr |
MT: 60 US: 11,400 |
MT: 0% US: -13% |
Billing and Posting Clerk | MT: $37,250 US: $38,330 |
MT: 190 US: 48,900 |
MT: 12% US: 3% |
*Information obtained from O*NET OnLine
Graduates from this program will be prepared to:
These skills are useful in every type of organization that wants to create and maintain and effective and efficient workplace. Associate-level accountants are prepared to work in a variety of industries including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, government, and not-for-profit. The positions can focus on specialized accounting skills like tax preparation or be part of the overall administrative support function of an organization that includes accounting and bookkeeping responsibilities. At the associate degree level, there are no licensing requirements or additional certifications required to work in most areas of accounting.
The Great Falls College MSU Accounting Program is designed to be flexible. The entire program can be completed online, but students have the option to take classes in a variety of formats. Small class sizes provide students with the opportunity to develop connections with other students and faculty with experience working directly in the field. The Accounting Program also has internship opportunities available for students who want to build skills and earn credits in a workplace setting.
Accounting Program Estimated Costs
Figure Out Your Finances
Students seeking federal financial aid (which includes grants and loans) must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which online at fafsa.ed.gov. As a result of completing a FAFSA, an applicant will receive a federal Student Aid Report (SAR) in the mail or online. An electronic version of the SAR is automatically sent to the schools listed on the FAFSA. To list Great Falls College MSU, use our school code: 009314.
Students applying for financial aid may also be required to provide proper federal income tax information, completed verification materials, and any other information requested by the Financial Aid Office. Students must apply for financial aid annually.
Assistance is available to prospective students applying for financial aid. In addition, financial aid counseling for new students is an integral part of the admissions and orientation process. Once enrolled, students may receive counseling and assistance as needed. For assistance, please call 406-771-4334, or write to the Financial Aid Office, Great Falls College MSU, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405, or email finaid@gfcmsu.edu.
Great Falls College MSU also offers a wide variety of different scholarships to assist you in paying for your college. To view a list of current scholarship offerings, please see our scholarship page.
Accounting Program Requirements
Continuing Your Education
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Accounting is designed to allow students to work in the field directly after graduation. Those who desire to continue their education may choose to pursue a bachelor’s degree in business or accounting at one of the following partner institutions:
Additional information about transferring Great Falls College credits to another institution can be found on our Transfer Opportunities page.
Accounting Faculty
Kerry Dolan
Program Director/Faculty
Office: B112
Phone: 406.771.4380
kerry.dolan@gfcmsu.edu