On-Campus
M.S. in Professional Accounting
Design your Master of Science in Professional Accounting (MSA) experience at the Whitman School. The Joseph I. Lubin School of Accounting offers a STEM-designated MSA program that pairs a comprehensive curriculum with real-world experience to produce confident and competent practicing accountants, consultants and managers.
Our program accommodates students with an undergraduate accounting degree and those with an undergraduate degree in another academic area who may need additional courses. Students who complete the MSA program can sit for the Certified Professional Accounting (CPA) exam.
The Whitman School is AACSB accredited, and our Master of Science in Professional Accounting is registered as a New York State CPA Licensure Qualifying Program for satisfying the education requirements for CPA licensure. This helps prepare you to sit for the CPA exam and become licensed should you pass.
For more information about the licensure requirement, visit: Professional Accounting Licensure Qualifications
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Scholarships
Most, if not all, Master of Science students are eligible for merit-based scholarships. All Whitman School scholarships are awarded based on merit and the qualifications shown on a student's admission application. Applicants are not required to apply separately for merit-based scholarships.
AT A GLANCE
Rankings & Designations
STEM
Designated
Many of our master’s programs carry STEM designation.
Deadlines
Priority Application
Early Application
Regular Application
Notable Employers
- Crowe
- Deloitte
- EY
- Grant Thornton
- KPMG
- RSM
Sample Roles
- Audit Associate
- Forensic Investigations, Disputes and Compliance Associate
- International Tax Associate
- Personal Wealth Advisor
- Tax Consultant
Program Timelines
We offer a flexible, elective schedule, so you can integrate different aspects of business into your degree, and participate in professional associations, seminars and networking events to give you an edge as you work with Whitman’s dedicated Career Center to pursue a professional position. Many leading firms, such as Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC, consistently put our Master's in Accounting graduates to work.
9 Months
30 credits
Fall
15 Credits
Spring
15 Credits
16 Months
30 credits
Fall
9 Credits
Spring
9 Credits
Summer Internship
3 Credits
Fall
9 Credits
21 Months
30 credits
Fall
9 Credits
Spring
9 Credits
Fall
9 Credits
Spring
3 Credits
Master's
Admissions
Meet with our team to see how you fit as a master’s candidate at the Whitman School!
Support For You
Master's Advising
At Whitman, we are committed to your success. Find your path with the help of one-on-one guidance from your academic advisor. Forge new connections with students, staff and faculty across the Whitman community.
Master's Career Services
Develop your personal career plan with the help of one of our experienced career advisors. Leverage our professional development workshops, personal coaching sessions and practice interviews to set you on the path towards a successful career.
Real World Experiences
Enhance your learning experience, develop your core business knowledge and apply your leadership skills through real-world applications. Whitman offers a variety of learning experiences to prepare and engage beyond the classroom.
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