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Online Master of Accountancy | OU Online

21+ MONTHS

13 COURSES

33 HOURS

$985/CH

Prepare for Your Future

The function of accounting is to measure a company’s economic activities and communicate the results of those activities to decision-makers. OU Online’s Master of Accountancy program is accredited by AACSB and designed to prepare students for positions of responsibility in accounting while meeting the requirements to sit for the CPA exam in Oklahoma, Texas, and other states.

AACSB Accredited Program

Admission Deadline

Rolling admissions (applications due 14 days before the intended start date).

Program Start Terms

Fall, Spring

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Benefits of the Accountancy Master's Degree

Strong Alumni Network

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.

Student Experience

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.

Flexible Format

Learn in a flexible, affordable online program designed for working professionals. Classes are asynchronous, with optional synchronous sessions available. Engage in online discussions with professors and other students while preparing for the CPA exam and a career in accounting.

80%

OU Online graduates find employment within six months after graduation*

60%+

OU Online graduates report earning an annual salary of $75,000 or more*

78%

OU Online students say the skills they gained in their program made them more competitive in their career field*

*Source: OU Online Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023

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Pursue Your Accountancy Master's Degree

Take the next step in your career with a degree from the University of Oklahoma. Applications are reviewed year-round for fall, spring, and summer sessions. Choose your program, choose your start, and apply today.

Program Breakdown

The University of Oklahoma’s online Master of Accountancy program is available for individuals who have previously earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and for non-accounting majors.

Applicants seeking direct admission to the MAcc must have completed an undergraduate degree in accounting, usually with a minimum GPA of 3.00. If you don’t meet this requirement, please complete the contact form to discuss  personalized prerequisite requirements with an enrollment counselor

Course Offerings

  • 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 can earn their MAcc once all prerequisite coursework requirements are met. The number and sequence of required courses are based on your academic and professional background. Since every situation is a little different, please complete the contact form. Your enrollment counselor will be in touch to review your personalized study plan with you.

Prerequisite requirements depend on an 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 in the following topics:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Intermediate Financial Accounting I & II
  • Cost Accounting
  • Accounting Information Systems
  • Income Tax Accounting
  • Auditing
  • Computer Skills
  • Microeconomics
  • Business Statistics
  • Business Finance
  • Business Law 

How to Apply

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, students must:

  • Complete the online application at https://gograd.ou.edu/apply/
  • Submit standardized test scores (GMAT waiver available based upon work experience and/or outstanding academic performance)
  • Provide official college transcripts from all institutions
  • Submit a current resume
  • Submit a personal statement
  • Letter of recommendation (optional)
  • International students must demonstrate English proficiency (TOEFL) with a minimum required score of:
    • 600 (paper-based)
    • 250 (computer)
    • 100 (internet-based)

The admissions committee operates under a rolling admission process, and admissions may continue until two weeks before the start of classes. The committee strives to respond to all applicants within two weeks of submitting a completed application.

For more information on the admissions process, please complete the contact form below, 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. 

Graduate tuition waivers cannot be applied to OU Online programs. OU Online programs qualify for the OU Faculty/Staff Tuition Waiver & Fee Exemption, and we encourage you to check your eligibility.  

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If you have questions regarding financial aid for your online program, please get in touch with the Online Aid office by emailing onlineaid@ou.edu or calling 405-325-2929.

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Excellence

Like every OU Online program, the Master of Accountancy is built on the foundation of world-class University of Oklahoma faculty mixed with professors of practice providing valuable instruction. Many faculty are former industry leaders who have also been published in significant accounting journals. By linking industry experts with our online programs, we offer the most advanced curriculum and prepare students for future career success.

An Investment in Your Future

Earning a Master of Accountancy from OU Online gives you the skills to succeed in a growing and evolving field. It also gives you access to career support and an expanded professional network as part of the global OU alumni community. Stand out where the industry is moving while enjoying the potential for higher pay, career advancement, and new opportunities.

Tuition and fees for the program are $32,505 ($985 per credit hour). Books and additional materials are not included.

Once accepted into the program, students must 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.

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Our OU Family

When you graduate from an OU Online program, you’ll join the network of 250,000 OU alumni and be forever part of the OU family. Become part of the tradition of excellence that OU has established in its 130-year history.

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