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Three Easy Ways to Earn Your MSA
Earn Your MSA for less than $20,000
MS in Accounting Tuition Levels*
Undergraduate Degree | Credits Required | Tuition Rate |
---|---|---|
ACCOUNTING | 32 | $19,900 |
BUSINESS (Non-Accounting) | 32 | $19,900 |
NON-BUSINESS | 38 | $22,900 |
* * Our program is open to those with an accounting, business or non-business/non-accounting undergraduate degree, and can be pursued by anyone seeking CPA licensure in any state. However, it is important to note that any deviations from a 32- or 38-credit curriculum will result in tuition adjustments. If you are planning to license in a state outside of Massachusetts, it is important that you review the CPA requirements of your state at NASBA.org. If students wish to deviate from the standard number of credits and add additional courses, the extra credits will be priced at the standard tuition rates in effect at that time. Estimated costs do not include fees.
This is the perfect time to consider pursuing an MSA at Merrimack College – in addition to our new tuition rate (under $20,000 for most students), we are launching new accounting concentrations in Taxation and Fraud & Forensics. Not only will you earn a highly valued degree at an affordable and competitive price, you will have an opportunity to work closely with the Academic and Program Advisor on creating a custom path for your degree plan that is personalized to your career aspirations. When you start the program, you’ll be exposed to faculty members who are industry experts and leaders in the disciplines they are teaching. Additionally, the program is updated regularly to integrate any changes to the Uniform CPA exam.
If you are interested in the Certified Public Accountant’s (CPA) Designation, our program meets the exam and licensing requirements of the state of Massachusetts. If you are interested in licensing in another state, additional courses may need to be integrated into the curriculum to meet the requirements of the state of interest. For more specific CPA requirements broken down by state, please visit the NASBA website.
Three Easy Ways to Earn Your MSA
Earn Your MSA for less than $20,000
MS in Accounting Tuition Levels*
Undergraduate Degree | Credits Required | Tuition Rate |
---|---|---|
ACCOUNTING | 32 | $19,900 |
BUSINESS (Non-Accounting) | 32 | $19,900 |
NON-BUSINESS | 38 | $22,900 |
* * Our program is open to those with an accounting, business or non-business/non-accounting undergraduate degree, and can be pursued by anyone seeking CPA licensure in any state. However, it is important to note that any deviations from a 32- or 38-credit curriculum will result in tuition adjustments. If you are planning to license in a state outside of Massachusetts, it is important that you review the CPA requirements of your state at NASBA.org. If students wish to deviate from the standard number of credits and add additional courses, the extra credits will be priced at the standard tuition rates in effect at that time. Estimated costs do not include fees.
This is the perfect time to consider pursuing an MSA at Merrimack College – in addition to our new tuition rate (under $20,000 for most students), we are launching new accounting concentrations in Taxation and Fraud & Forensics. Not only will you earn a highly valued degree at an affordable and competitive price, you will have an opportunity to work closely with the Academic and Program Advisor on creating a custom path for your degree plan that is personalized to your career aspirations. When you start the program, you’ll be exposed to faculty members who are industry experts and leaders in the disciplines they are teaching. Additionally, the program is updated regularly to integrate any changes to the Uniform CPA exam.
If you are interested in the Certified Public Accountant’s (CPA) Designation, our program meets the exam and licensing requirements of the state of Massachusetts. If you are interested in licensing in another state, additional courses may need to be integrated into the curriculum to meet the requirements of the state of interest. For more specific CPA requirements broken down by state, please visit the NASBA website.
Accounting Leaders
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LEARN MORE – EARN MORE
Accounting job growth is robust and professionals with a Master’s degree and advanced skill-sets are in high demand, earning significantly more than those with a Bachelor’s degree alone.
Potential Career Paths and Earnings for Graduates of the MS in Accounting include:
Average Annual Salary Source: PayScale.com, Obtained October 2020
Achieve Success in Your Accounting Career
With An Employer-Aligned Degree
To ensure that our graduates will stand out among peers when seeking promotions or new positions, we consulted industry leaders in designing an MS in Accounting that incorporates a powerful combination of accounting, analytical, and strategic planning skills, including:
LEARNING GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
EARN YOUR ADVANCED DEGREE IN AS LITTLE AS 16 MONTHS
It’s Easier than You Think to Change the Trajectory of Your Professional Career
- 100% online – easy to fit into your busy weekly schedule
- Complete the degree in 16 – 24 months based on undergraduate background
- There are 6 entry points – start the program during the part of the year that works best for you
- Total program 32 – 38 credits based on undergraduate background
RECEIVE PERSONALIZED SUPPORT
From Your Academic & Program Advisor
Merrimack College’s highly personalized approach starts with a one-on-one discussion between you and your academic and program advisor. Your advisor will:
- Develop the most appropriate curriculum plan for you given your background and preferences
- Help ensure you achieve adequate progress toward degree completion
- Counsel you on when and how to prepare for the CPA Exam should you be pursuing CPA licensure
- Offer career planning assistance and advice
- In collaboration with faculty, help you achieve the skills and knowledge you need to succeed
Your advisor will be an integral part of your academic journey from initial inquiry to graduation with a vested interest in your success!
Discover the Merrimack Difference
Your program path will evolve from your previous degree experience. For those with an Accounting and Business (non-accounting) undergraduate degree, you will have the opportunity to engage in concentrations in the areas of Business Analytics, Fraud & Forensic Accounting, and Taxation, while those who have a non-business background will engage in elective courses in the areas of Organizational Leadership, Business Analytics, Marketing Management, Strategic Human Resource Management, and Quantitative & Digital Finance.
Merrimack College’s MSA program was developed to cover critical topic areas as noted in the CPA exam and the accounting industry in general. As an example, our Accounting Analytics course can be integrated into any of the curriculum paths noted above, and will help prepare students for the upcoming changes to the CPA exam.
A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL
At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally, and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.
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- The Princeton Review 2022 Best Northeastern Regional College
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- Money Magazine’s Best Colleges Most Transformative College 2019



