Why study Accounting?

The MS in Accounting prepares students with the technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to succeed in today’s accounting profession. Through graduate-level coursework, students develop:

  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
  • ?The ability to identify and manage risk
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills

Students with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business can move directly into the program, while those with degrees in other disciplines may complete additional prerequisite coursework.

Admission Requirements

Please review the application checklist for admission requirements and information regarding prerequisite courses. 
 

Note: If you are admitted to the program without prerequisite course(s), they may either be completed before enrollment or as a part of your program (resulting in additional credits and cost before graduation). 

 

 

Graduates of the UC Lindner College of Business accounting program can find career opportunities in public and corporate accounting. Employers include both national and international public accounting firms (Big 4), regional and local public accounting firms, financial services firms, manufacturing firms, and retailers. Examples of jobs include:

  • CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) in public auditing
  • Managerial/cost accountants
  • Internal revenue agents
  • Tax consultants
  • Internal auditors
  • Financial executives
  • Accounting professionals in governmental and non-profit organizations
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The Masters of Science degree is granted to those who satisfactorily complete the required course work, carrying a minimum GPA of 3.0 or more. The degree must be completed within five years of acceptance into the program. All students must contract for graduation and be enrolled for at least one credit hour of study each academic year.

Please review English Proficiency Requirements for International Students here. 

Note: If you are an international student, please include your converted GPA using the WES iGPA Calculator in addition to your non-converted GPA and class (if applicable), as well as the country where you received your degree.  

If your bachelor’s degree is a three-year degree you must submit the free WES degree equivalency tool.  

 

Explore unique opportunities, faculty, and resources available in Accounting

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines can be found on the Lindner admissions website. 

The University of Cincinnati and all regional campuses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

The Carl H. Lindner College of Business has held AACSB accreditation continuously since 1917.  AACSB International business accreditation is an achievement earned only by programs of the highest caliber.  Institutions that earn accreditation confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and comprehensive peer review.  Less than one-third of U.S. business school programs and less than 15% of business school programs worldwide meet the rigorous standards of AACSB International accreditiation.

Contact Information

Carl H. Lindner College of Business Admissions
Carl H. Lindner Hall
Cincinnati, OH 45221
(513) 556-7020
graduate@uc.edu

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Program Code: 22MAS-BAA-MS