Realize Your Ideal Career in Accounting
Master of Accounting
Prepare for your CPA exam and learn valuable accounting skills.
Whether you’re interested in public accounting, corporate accounting or financial services, our Master of Accounting degree (MACC) prepares you to enter this dynamic and growing field. Take advantage of the flexibility of our curriculum—16.5 of the required 33 credit hours are electives—to build a strong foundation and customize your courses to meet CPA exam eligibility requirements in your state. Experiential opportunities for accounting students are also available through the Wells Fargo Advisors Center for Finance and Accounting Research.
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Location
St. Louis -
Duration
10 or 18 months -
Format
On Campus -
Start
Fall -
Cost
$83,980
Master of Accounting by the Numbers
Thrive in one of the best accounting master’s programs.
1:1 career support
with your career coach
hands-on learning
real-world projects & experience
STEM designated
master high-demand skills
flexible curriculum
50% of credits are electives
ranked #2
global Master of Accounting program
TFE Times 2023
91% employment
2022 graduating class
STEM Designated
Our Master of Accounting program holds a STEM designation for its focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics throughout the curriculum.
Learn moreReal-World Learning
Gaining real-world experience in your graduate program is essential. That’s why all specialized master’s students are required to take an experiential learning course during their program. Through our Center for Experiential Learning, you'll gain valuable, hands-on experience and build meaningful relationships with decision-makers near and far. Whether you work with a Fortune 500 company, startup or nonprofit, you build your resume and enhance your leadership and problem-solving skills.
Another way to round out your academics with hands-on experience is the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
Learn moreCareer Services
At WashU Olin, you receive personalized support from our team of certified career coaches in our Center for Career Engagement. Through 1:1 and group coaching sessions, career fairs, workshops, alumni networking events and much more, you are well-prepared to succeed in your chosen field. And as a WashU alum, you’ll be joining a network of supportive and engaged alumni making an impact around the world.
Some career paths for this program include:
- Accountant
- Tax Associate
- Financial Analyst
- Tax Staff
- Assurance Staff
- Internal Auditor
- Consultant
- Research Associate
Ask an Accounting Student
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Olin's accreditations, rankings, and inclusive culture drew me in for its networking and exposure opportunities.
Expected Graduation
2025
Residence
Mukono, Uganda
Education
Islamic University In Uganda, BBS Accounting
Involvement
Women in Finance, Beta PSI
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Expected Graduation
2025
Residence
Chongqing,China
Education
Central University of Economics and Finance, Management
Involvement
Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Olin Business School - Knight Hall
One Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130-4899
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