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Overview
Accounting (MSA)
- The Accounting program of The University of Akron offers accounting majors the flexibility to combine their accounting backgrounds with coursework in information systems and finance. Students who are new to the field of accounting are able to gain the skills to pursue a career in the field of accounting. Students may pursue either a professional accountancy option or an accounting information systems option. The MSA offers students the opportunity to develop substantive knowledge, skills, and abilities in accounting.
- Students are encouraged to begin the program in the fall semester. Students needing pre-MSA foundation level courses may start in summer.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Enterprise Systems and Internal Control
- Contemporary Accounting Issues
- Enterprise Risk Assessment and Assurance
- Accounting and Assurance Project
- Advanced Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Information Systems Security
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
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More details
It is recommended that international students apply six weeks prior to these dates to allow time for admission and I-20 visa processing.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
54 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Finance Accounting View 701 other Masters in Accounting in United StatesAcademic requirements
GMAT 500
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- GMAT (score of 500 or better preferred) or GRE, LSAT, PCAT, or MCAT scores. Test waivers may be granted for students holding an advanced degree or those with three or more years of work experience beyond conferral of the bachelor's degree.
- Two letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Resume
- Undergraduate degrees in accounting from a regionally accredited institution or international equivalent or a non-accounting undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution or international equivalent.
Tuition Fee
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International
43308 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 802 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
43308 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 802 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
24894 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 461 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Akron
890 - 1300 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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