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The University of Kentucky’s Master of Science in Accounting prepares students for one of the world’s leading professions. Accounting careers ranked 1, 6, and 15 in Glassdoor’s 25 Jobs with the Best Career Opportunities in the U.S.

The accounting profession includes a variety of career opportunities. Whether you decide to go into public or private accounting, your options are practically unlimited. Choose a career in companies of all sizes, where you can work in numerous areas, including auditing, taxation, financial accounting and reporting, management accounting, financial analysis, and governmental accounting.

>90% CPA Exam Average Pass Rate Per Section

100% and 97% Placement for the Classes of 2022 & 2023 BEFORE the semester of graduation.

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CURRICULUM/CPA

Coursework/CPA Exam

The Master of Science in Accounting (MSACC) program is a 30-credit hour program that guides students through a modular sequence of courses that coincides with the CPA exam schedule beginning in January 2024. Six courses are required, and four courses are graduate electives.

Our program now offers three Specialty Disciplines: Business Analysis & Reporting (BAR), Information Systems & Controls (ISC), and Tax Compliance & Planning (TCP) where candidates can specialize in certain areas consistent with the new 2024 CPA exam.

Most classes are scheduled during the day with no classes on Fridays.

Accounting Majors can complete the program in 10 months while having the opportunity to study and sit for the CPA exam.

Non-Accounting Majors can complete the program in 14 months while having the opportunity to study and sit for the CPA exam. NON-Accounting Majors who apply will follow the Bridge Program sequence before applying to the program.

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Professional Licensure Disclosure: “States may have additional requirements for programs that lead to professional licensure or certification. If you plan to use the degree to seek licensure, you should also determine if the degree meets the educational requirements for licensure in your state. Visit the UK Out-of-State Educational Activities website to learn more about your program.”

Fall Semester

Required Courses:
ACC 507: Advanced Topics in Taxation
ACC 624: Intro to Accounting Analytics & Data Visualization
ACC 634: Accounting & Auditing Data Management & Mining

*Candidates have the option to take one or two graduate electives during the fall semester.

Business Analysis & Reporting Discipline (BAR):
ACC 610: Not for Profit Accounting

Information Systems & Controls Discipline (ISC):
ACC 590: IT Audit

Tax Compliance & Planning Discipline (TCP):
ACC 637: Flow Through Entities

Sit for Regulation (REG) section of CPA exam in January.

*Students are not required to select a specialty discipline and can take any combination of electives where two of the four graduate electives must be at the 600 level.

Spring Semester

Required Courses
ACC 603: Attest Function
ACC 516: Advanced Topics in Financial Reporting

*Candidates have the option to take two or three graduate electives during the fall semester.

Business Analysis & Reporting Discipline (BAR):
ACC 601: Research in Accounting Theory

Information Systems & Controls Discipline (ISC):
ACC 659: Analytical Modeling in Accounting Auditing & Taxation
OR
ACC 605: Internal Audit

Tax Compliance & Planning Discipline (TCP):
ACC 659: Analytical Modeling in Accounting Auditing & Taxation
OR
ACC 520: Financial Planning for Accounting Professionals

Sit for (AUD) Core section of CPA exam in March.

Sit for (FAR) Core section of CPA exam in May.

Summer Semester

ACC 625: Advanced Financial Statement Analysis & Valuation (6-week capstone course)

Sit for Specialty Discipline section of CPA exam during July.

Candidates also have the option of starting the program during the spring semester.

BRIDGE PROGRAM

The Von Allmen School of Accountancy Bridge Program allows the opportunity for NON-Accounting Majors to complete the program in 14 months or longer.

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Accounting Prerequisite Courses

Students must have earned an A or B in the following courses or their equivalent. These courses must be based upon U.S. accounting, auditing, and tax law.

  • Financial Accounting (ACC 201)
  • Intermediate Accounting I (ACC 301)
  • Intermediate Accounting II (ACC 302)
  • Accounting Information Systems (ACC 424) or Business Analytics
  • Auditing (ACC 403)
  • Concepts of Income Taxation (ACC 407)

Finance Majors

Candidates who majored in Finance as an undergrad and completed ACC 301 & 302 have the following options:

  • Complete ACC 424 & 407 during the summer semester, and complete ACC 403 during the fall semester while enrolled in the MSACC program.
  • Complete ACC 424, 403 & 407 during the fall semester, and start the MSACC program during the spring semester.

All Majors *with no accounting courses completed

Candidates who have yet to complete any accounting courses have the following options:

  • Complete ACC 201, 301, 302, 424 & 407 during the summer semester, and complete ACC 403 during the fall semester, while enrolled in the MSACC program.
  • Complete ACC 201 during the summer semester, and complete ACC 301, 302, 424, 403 & 407 during the fall semester. Begin the MSACC program during the spring semester.

All Majors *who have completed ACC 201

Candidates who already completed ACC 201 have the following options:

  • Complete ACC 301, 302, 424, & 407 during the summer semester, and complete ACC 403 during the fall semester while enrolled in the MSACC program.
  • Complete ACC 301, 302, 424, & 403 during the fall semester, and start the MSACC program during the spring semester. Complete ACC 407 and ACC 625 during the summer semester while enrolled in the program.

ADMISSIONS

Application Process

All majors are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be evaluated for admission based upon their undergraduate and/or accounting coursework grade point averages (GPA), essay responses, reference evaluations, and their TOEFL score (if applicable).

NON-Accounting Majors who apply will need to complete the Bridge Program.

For a more detailed understanding of our specific admissions requirements, schedule a 1:1 session with our team. We look forward to answering any questions you may have while guiding you through this process.

Application Deadlines

Domestic Students

  • Fall semester: July 26th
  • Spring semester: December 10th

International Students

  • Fall semester: April 15th
  • Spring semester: September 15th

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Here are the steps to apply.

1. Application

Complete an online application and submit the application fee. An application is considered complete/ready for review once all supporting documents have been received by the University of Kentucky Graduate School.

This program starts in late August for Fall semester and early January for Spring semester. Applicants must complete the program specific application requirements to be considered for admission into the degree program. Incomplete files will not be reviewed.

Once the application is complete, it will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee within 3-4 weeks of admission.


2. Documentation

  • Undergraduate accounting GPA of 3.2 (out of 4.0) or greater
  • GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or greater (non-accounting majors / Bridge Program)
  • Transcript(s)
    • Upload digital copies of your unofficial test scores and transcripts from all universities attended using the online application.
    • Once admitted, official transcripts are required.
  • Three reference forms from former professors for non-UK students
  • Essay - In 800 to 900 words, discuss the reasons you wish to pursue a MSACC degree at the University of Kentucky's Von Allmen School of Accountancy. Please address the following in your essay:
    • Academic preparation and accomplishments for graduate study
    • Leadership qualities and motivation
    • Previous accounting and/or relevant work experience
    • Expectations for the MSACC program
    • Your short-term and long-term goals and how a MSACC degree will help achieve these goals
    • Any additional information you feel is relevant

Writing samples and statements of purpose are not required. Recommendations and personal statements are supplementary documents and not mandatory for your application. We do require a personal statement (essay) covering reasons you wish to pursue a MSACC degree.

International candidates: Learn more about additional requirements:

At least one official English proficiency exam score*:

  • TOEFL IBT: 90 or above
  • IELTS: 7 or above
  • Duolingo English Test: 120 or above
  • Verbal Section of GMAT exam: 30 or above

*This requirement is waived for students with U.S. degrees.

For more information, consult our International FAQs


Ready to start your application?

Now that you know the admission and application requirements, you are ready to start your application to the Graduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics Program. You can save your progress and return to your application as needed until you are ready to submit it.

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We look forward to answering any questions and guiding you through this process.

TUITION

Cost of Attendance

Tuition and Fees

Tuition will be billed equally over three semesters, and the University program fee is billed over the fall and spring semesters. The Becker CPA Review course is optional, and students will pay Becker directly. The Becker fee for the 2023/24 academic year is estimated to be $3,000.


Financial Assistance

The Von Allmen School of Accountancy has limited funds available for outstanding students in the MSACC program. These partial scholarship awards are competitively based on GPA overall and in accounting. Candidates are automatically considered when accepted into the MSACC program and no separate application is necessary to be eligible for an award. Candidates can also apply for University of Kentucky sponsored scholarships.


Refunds

Students can find tuition refund policies, deadlines, amounts, and other important information on the Student Account Services website.


University Level Funding Opportunities

The University of Kentucky Graduate School provides various funding opportunities for graduate students through fellowships, assistantships, and support funding. 

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CAREER

The Professional Resource Center (PRC) offers comprehensive career support services to all Gatton College of Business and Economics MBA and MS students. Students receive assistance in everything needed to launch a successful career during and after graduation, from resume development and job searches to LinkedIn profile buildout and interview preparation.

CONNECT WITH US

John Smigla

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Director, MS in Accounting

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Von Allmen School of Accountancy
Email
johnsmigla@uky.edu
Phone
(859) 323-9683

Yingnan Song

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International Affairs International Recruiter

Email
gattonintl@uky.edu

Christina Yantorno

Professional Resource Center Director, MS Recruitment

Location Detail
331C
Email
christina.yantorno@uky.edu
Phone
(859) 218-5550








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