Accounting and Related Services
Bachelor's degree · Drake University · Des Moines, IA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Accounting and Related Services at Drake University earn a median of $65,922 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $76,194 four years after graduating (middle half: $56,205–$97,191). Median debt is $20,000, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Accounting and Related Services (Bachelor's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $65,373 | $21,500 |
| Wartburg College Waverly | $61,529 | $26,818 |
| Loras College Dubuque | $61,147 | — |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $61,088 | $18,750 |
| Morningside University Sioux City | $60,752 | — |
| Simpson College Indianola | $60,717 | $19,586 |
| Luther College Decorah | $60,068 | $27,000 |
| Coe College Cedar Rapids | $59,252 | $25,893 |
| Central College Pella | $58,850 | $27,000 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $58,479 | $22,276 |
| Grand View University Des Moines | $56,692 | $24,698 |
| Saint Ambrose University Davenport | $56,691 | $23,152 |
| Upper Iowa University Fayette | $54,152 | $26,284 |
| Buena Vista University Storm Lake | $53,280 | $23,270 |
| Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids | $52,486 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Accounting and Related Services graduates from Drake University make?
The median salary is $65,922 one year after graduation and $90,542 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.