Financial Planning Degree

In short, Financial Planning Services is an area of business focused on the use of money and investments. A professional financial planner is someone who helps guide and counsel people to choose the most suitable investments based on their age, profession, personal objectives, and financial status. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer financial planning degrees.

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Saint Joseph’s University

117 Evergreen Dr, Loretto, PA

Saint Joseph's University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Philadelphia, PA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Saint Joseph's University is nearly eight thousand per year.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Social Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken to apply to this school. Scores between 22 to 26 on the ACT or 1550 to 1820 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for admission. This school admits around 80% of students applying yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 20% of students attended the school. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is nearly $40,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $8,400 annually. Students attending Saint Joseph's University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Saint Joseph's University Hawks participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students who wish to get more about this school may check out their website at http://www.sju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Financial Planning Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint Joseph’s University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Personal Financial Advisors

Description

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, personal financial advisors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Johnstown, PA
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $114200

Credit Counselors

Description

Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explaining loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans, advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, and bankruptcy counseling.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Sales Agents, Securities and Commodities

Description

Buy and sell securities in investment and trading firms and develop and implement financial plans for individuals, businesses, and organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales agents, securities and commodities employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Johnstown, PA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $75450

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).