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Master Accounting for Long-Term Success

MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY

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START DATE
September or January

GMAT/GRE
Not required

Program snapshot

The Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota's Master of Accountancy equips you with strategic problem-solving skills and industry insights for a rewarding accounting career. Choose from full-time or part-time options tailored to your goals and lifestyle. Stay ahead in the dynamic accounting field with a future-ready education.

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STEM-DESIGNATED

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FORMAT
On-Campus;
Full-Time or Part-Time

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MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY

Master Accounting for Long-Term Success

Shaping Financial Futures

Our rigorous curriculum transcends number-crunching, empowering you to drive strategic financial decisions across organizations. Gain specialized expertise through electives, becoming an indispensable asset in navigating complexities and shaping the financial future of diverse sectors.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • A 30-credit track for those with undergraduate accounting degrees
  • A 44-credit track for non-accounting undergraduate degree holders

Both quantitative, data-driven tracks equip you with coveted analytical skills. Available full-time or part-time, they satisfy the 150-credit CPA exam requirement in most states. The STEM designation allows eligible graduates to apply for an optional practical training extension.

Knowledge to create business value

The Carlson MS in Finance prepares students to turn complex financial information into business value. 

  • #16 Master in Finance in the United States, 
    QS World University Ranking (2022)

  • 100% of 2019 and 2020 grads received job offers within 180 days of graduation

  • 10 or 16 months to complete
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"Carlson is unique in that way—nowhere else in the country is there such a strong partnership between education and industry. I walked into my first job with tangible skills."

- Daniel Balette, '17 MAcc, Plant Controller, Cargill

Accelerate Your Accounting Career

Where can accounting take your career? Just about anywhere you want to go. With a Master of Accountancy from Carlson School, you'll be well-prepared for a successful accounting career. 

JOB OFFER RATE:
74% of graduates receive job offers within 6 months.

SALARY RANGE:
Graduates earn between $54,912 and $100,000, with a mean salary of $70,994.

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APPLICATION DEADLINES:

Spring (January) Start:

  • September 15
  • October 15
  • November 15
  • December 15
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Fall (September) Start:

  • April 15
  • May 15
  • June 15
  • July 15
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Carlson School's Master of Accountancy offers the perfect blend of flexibility, industry insight, and career prospects, whether you're advancing your accounting career or entering the field. 

  • STEM-designated degree
  • Full-time or part-time options
  • GRE/GMAT not required for admission

Our rigorous curriculum transcends number-crunching, empowering you to drive strategic financial decisions across organizations. Gain specialized expertise through electives, becoming an indispensable asset in navigating complexities and shaping the financial future of diverse sectors.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • A 30-credit track for those with undergraduate accounting degrees
  • A 44-credit track for non-accounting undergraduate degree holders

Both quantitative, data-driven tracks equip you with coveted analytical skills. Available full-time or part-time, they satisfy the 150-credit CPA exam requirement in most states. The STEM designation allows eligible graduates to apply for an optional practical training extension.


A student in a pink shirt attentively listens to an instructor explaining a concept at the whiteboard in class.