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Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)

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Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)

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About the Master of Professional Accounting Program

The goal of the Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) program is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful careers in accounting and the broader fields of business, and the prepare professional accountants to obtain high-level positions in accounting firms and other business enterprises. The program also prepares students to sit for the CPA.
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Career Opportunities

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Auditor
  • Financial Analyst
  • Financial Manager/Controller
  • Forensic Accountant
  • Tax Accountant/Tax Director
  • Management Accountant (CMA)

Application Instructions

  • Complete the GradCAS application
  • Submit application fee ($49 for domestic; $69 for international)
  • Submit the following required documents:
    • Official e-transcripts from all US institutions attended are to be sent to GradCAS through their online order portal. If your institution does not have official e-transcripts available, they can be mailed to the GradCAS processing center.
    • International Students: Credentialing reports of transcripts from all foreign institutions can be sent electronically through the World Education Services (WES) link in the Academic History section of the application or by mail if using another credentialing agency.
      • Provide English-proficiency exam information: TOEFL: 550 (paper-based) or 79 (internet-based), IELTS: 6.0
      • Visit the international affairs page for more information.
    • Curriculum Vitae or résumé
    • Supplemental Information Form:
      • We strongly encourage contacting potential faculty mentor(s) prior to applying to the program to ensure sufficient space in Faculty labs and compatibility of research interests. Please select up to three faculty members in ranking order of priority.
      • Thesis Track Applicants: This form will also be used to indicate if they would like to be considered for a Graduate Assistantship.

Prerequisites

  • 2.6 cumulative GPA (or 3.0 last 60hrs)
  • A B.B.A. in accounting with a minimum of 24 CH of advanced coursework in accounting is required.
  • Students with baccalaureate degree in business and are non-accounting majors must complete 24 CH in advanced accounting.
  • Students who do not have a baccalaureate degree in business must take at least 12 CH of additional business courses identified by the department in addition to the 24 CH of accounting courses.

The Department has the right to examine students' prerequisites, accept equivalent hours, or require additional work.

*Students falling below the GPA minimum are encouraged to apply. Students are evaluated holistically based on several criteria.

Program Details

Courses Offered:

  • Flexible full-time, half-time, or part-time enrollment

Degree Track:

  • 30 credit hours (CH)

Average Time to Complete: 1.5 Years

Degree Path: B.B.A