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The John T. Steed School of Accounting is one of a select number of accounting programs that has its own accreditation with AACSB, the organization that accredits top business schools. The accreditation offers assurance that the program is of the highest quality and provides appropriate preparation for the CPA Exam.
The Online Master of Accountancy prepares students for success on the CPA exam and beyond in a convenient, online format. Program can be completed in 21 months.
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Admission Deadline:
July 15
Fall, Spring and Summer
Designed for working professionals, the Master of Accountancy (MAcc) from OU can be completed in as little as 21 months. The program helps students prepare for the CPA Exam in a convenient online format.
Example Courses:
Advanced Accounting
Advanced External Auditing
Income Tax Accounting II
Accounting Ethics and Professional Responsibilities
Financial Statement Analysis
Accounting Theory & Research
Fraud Examination
Financial Management
Investments
Management of Information Systems
Business Data Analysis
Project Management
Operations Management
Law of Commercial Transactions
Business Ethics and Legal Issues
Negotiations
Organizational Behavior
Those without an accounting degree are able to earn their MAcc once all prerequisite coursework requirements have been met. The number and sequence of required courses is based on your academic and professional background. Since every situation is a little different, please complete the contact form and your enrollment counselor will be in touch to review your personalized plan of study with you.
Prerequisite requirements depend on undergraduate degree, work experience and professional experience. Those considering the MAcc should complete the contact form to discuss their specific requirements with an enrollment counselor.
Students may be required to take coursework or demonstrate proficiency on the following topics:
Financial Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Intermediate Financial Accounting I and II
Cost Accounting
Accounting Information Systems
Income Tax Accounting
Auditing
Computer Skills
Microeconomics
Business Statistics
Business Finance
Business Law
Graduating from the Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma connects you to thousands of graduates. With a rich tradition and history, graduates have opportunities to network with Sooners already in the accounting profession through many formal and informal networks.
Unlike larger MAcc programs at other universities, the OU MAcc provides personalized attention for each student. From helping you select the right courses to assistance in preparation for the CPA exam, this program offers incredible service for every student.
Price College Accounting faculty are leaders in their field, routinely sought after to speak at major global conferences and consult to government agencies and businesses. Many of the faculty are published in major accounting journals as well as former industry leaders.
Tuition for the online Accounting program is $32,500* for the entire program. Fees associated with the program are included in this cost. Books and materials are additional.
Once accepted into the program, students are required to submit a $350 non-refundable deposit within two weeks. Deposits are applied toward tuition expenses and secure a student’s place in the upcoming class.
Non-Accounting Majors
Those without an accounting degree are encouraged to complete the contact form to discuss their personalized prerequisite requirements with an enrollment counselor. Once the prerequisite requirements have been met, applicants can follow the instructions listed below.
Accounting Majors
Applicants seeking direct admission to the MAcc must have completed an undergraduate degree in Accounting, usually with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0. If you don’t meet this requirement, please complete the contact form to discuss personalized prerequisite requirements with an enrollment counselor
To apply for the online MAcc program, students are asked to submit:
600 (paper-based)
250 (computer)
100 (internet-based)
Resume
Personal Statement
Letter of Recommendation (optional)
Applicants interested in starting in the upcoming semester should submit all required materials as soon as possible. Once the class is full, applicants will be asked to apply to next starting term.
For more information on the admissions process, please complete the contact form above and an admissions counselor will be in touch shortly.
If you would like to compare the estimated cost of your program with a typical financial aid package, use the cost calculator on our OU Online financial aid page.
In general, University Tuition Waivers cannot be applied to OU Online programs or courses. This includes, but is not limited to, Graduate Assistant Tuition Waivers and faculty/staff waivers.
If you have questions regarding financial aid for your online program, please contact the Online Aid office by emailing onlineaid@ou.edu or calling at 405-325-2929.
Our tuition calculator can help you estimate your tuition and financial aid for your program of interest.
Beth Stetson, JD, PhD, CPA
Director and Charles C. and Virginia Ann Weddle Professor of Accounting and Associate Professor of Accounting
