Accountancy Admissions
Who we’re looking for
The Master of Accountancy program seeks students with a strong academic and diverse background interested in the accounting profession. You do not need to have an undergraduate accounting degree to apply.
Master of Accountancy Prerequisites
You do not need to take any prerequisite classes if you have an accounting undergraduate degree.
For Accounting Undergraduate Background: No additional prerequisite courses are required if you hold a bachelor's degree in accounting.
For Non-Accounting Undergraduate Background: You must complete or be in the process of completing the following courses (or their equivalents):
- ACCT 2051: Introduction to Financial Reporting
- ACCT 3001: Introduction to Management Accounting
- ACCT 5101: Intermediate Accounting 1
What you need to apply
The Carlson School of Management's Master of Accountancy program offers a streamlined online application. The following materials are required to apply:
- Academic records from all institutions attended
- Video essay
- Personal short essays
- Resume
- 2 recommendations
- English Language Test (if applicable)
Completed applications are reviewed according to round deadlines and then on a rolling basis if space is available. The application review process can take up to three weeks. You will receive an admissions decision via email.