"Gen Z is starting to take notice of accounting. Accounting is making a quiet comeback, with young workers gravitating towards a field that promises stability, steady demand and starting pay of around $75,000."
"At the University of Iowa, 95% of the class of 2025's accounting graduates found a job or continued their education, with a median salary of $75,000."
"I have not talked to another accounting person who has a degree in accounting who cannot find a job."
Accounting is witnessing a resurgence as Gen Z shows interest in the field, attracted by job stability and competitive salaries. Enrollment in accounting programs increased significantly, with 313,397 students in 2025. Graduates are securing jobs quickly, with many finding positions that offer nearly six-figure salaries. For instance, 95% of accounting graduates from the University of Iowa found employment or continued their education, reflecting the profession's recovery from previous workforce challenges.
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