Overview

About this Degree

In as few as 16 months, this unique Accounting - Finance dual-degree program from Suffolk University not only prepares you for leadership roles in accounting and finance but it also gets you ready for the CPA and CFA exams. The curriculum addresses concepts in a global context, while emphasizing the topic matters necessary to sit for the CPA exam, the FRM exam and level one of the CFA exam in Massachusetts. As a graduate, you’ll be well-prepared for a career in accounting areas, such as public accounting, corporate or not-for-profit controllership, as well as finance areas, such as corporate finance, financial technology, investments and risk management.

Suffolk’s Master of Science in Finance degree is one of the only programs in New England that’s a member of both the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program and a Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) Academic Partner. It is also a STEM Designated program. Suffolk’s Master of Science in Accounting degree meets the educational requirements for students to take the CPA exam in Massachusetts. You’ll also take courses that integrate Becker's CPA Exam Review Course, giving you supplemental material to help you ace your classes while also preparing you for success on the CPA exam.

With our flexible fall, spring, and summer course offerings, you can take two classes back-to-back in one evening. We offer online courses on a space available basis for added flexibility.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Economics
Managerial Statistics
Value Based Financial Management
Investment Analysis
Options and Futures
Financial Econometrics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months
Part-time
- 33 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-04 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

56 SCH

56-71

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Completed application
$50 application fee (waived for students who visit campus)
Resume
Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary work. Admitted students enrolling in the program will need to have official transcripts, including proof of degree conferral, on file prior to their first class
Goal statement (essay)
Letter of recommendation
Official GMAT or GRE scores (Note: Testing requirements vary by program, and some students may qualify for a waiver.
Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE-Academic scores (international students only)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

78708 USD / year

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78708 USD / year

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In-State

78708 USD / year

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Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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About this Degree

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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