Master of Science in
Accounting

Graduates of the Master of Science in Accounting program will be able to:

• Demonstrate a high level of understanding of, and the ability to apply, concepts of accounting practice and theory.
• Evaluate complex accounting problems from the perspective of multiple business disciplines and professional standards, then formulate, communicate, and defend recommendations to decision-makers based on those evaluations.
• Utilize the knowledge, skills, and concepts of accounting and finance using evidence-based practice methodologies.
• Work collaboratively across disciplines to define, discuss, and resolve accounting problems using a technology-based solution from the individual to the population level.
• Produce clearly written, concise business analyses, and deliver clear, well-organized, and persuasive oral presentations.
• Recognize the importance of diversity and integrate their unique cultural backgrounds with those of other students and with faculty members to develop effective interpersonal and group interactions.
• Analyze accounting situations in keeping with professional standards and moral values and recommend appropriate courses of action.

Applicants must complete the following steps to apply.

General Admission Requirements:

• Submission of a completed application for admission.
• Submission of a signed attestation of high school (or equivalent) completion.
  • Equivalencies can include GED certificates or international credentials that meet our international admissions standards. Home-schooled students must present a diploma that meets the high school graduation requirements of the state in which it was issued.
• Arrange for official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended to be submitted to the Office of Records and Registration, University of the Potomac.
• Submit grade reports or scores from any recognized college-equivalency examinations (e.g., CLEP, DANTES, and Advanced Placement).
• Submit certificates from any corporate education training or professional development programs. (Note: An ACE evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for corporate educational training.)
• Submit military training documents. (Note: An ACE military evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for military training.)
• Complete an admissions interview (in person or virtual).

Master of Science in Accounting Requirements:

In addition to the general requirements listed above, applicants to our master’s degree program in accounting must provide the following:

• Proof of attainment of a four-year bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in other countries.
  • International applicants with a three-year undergraduate degree may be admitted on the recommendation of the Admission Committee following an evaluation of each student’s preparation.
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals who may be a direct supervisor or university faculty member. Note that this requirement may be waived for those students with master’s-level transfer credits.
• One essay addressing the student’s preparation for the graduate program, submitted as a Microsoft Word document.

Tuition is calculated per credit hour. Most courses are worth three credits each. Costs below are for domestic (U.S.-based) students only:

• Master’s Degree Tuition: $450 per credit hour

Additional fees apply. Financial aid is available to those who apply and qualify. Learn more about affording your degree here.