Undergraduate - Bachelor of Science

Accountancy, BS

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Transfer aproximately 30 courses (an estimated 90 credits)
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2 years
Length
30 Credits
Credits
$22,000–$27,000
Tuition
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On Campus
2 years
Length
30 Credits
Credits
$47,000
Tuition
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OPT eligibility
1 year of OPT (On Campus option)
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Program description

Accountancy, BS

Working closely with a professional advisory board, the W. P. Carey School of Accountancy has built a learning environment that mirrors real-world professional practice, giving students exposure to the applied processes and strategies used in the field. The Bachelor of Science in Accountancy develops students' critical thinking, teamwork, communication, and information technology skills alongside a solid foundation in accounting theory and procedure, preparing graduates for the practical demands of the accounting profession.
Curriculum

Featured courses

Data Analytics in Accounting

Explores accounting concepts through the application of data analytics. Focuses on developing an analytics mindset and learning how to use big data analytical tools to examine and analyze data, and then effectively interpreting results to make business decisions.

Internal Reporting

Internal reporting systems for planning, control, and decision making.

Taxes and Business Decisions

Federal income taxation of sole proprietors, partnerships, corporations, fiduciaries and individuals with an emphasis on tax consequences of business and investment decisions.

Admissions

Admission requirements

Program requirements

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Transfer applicants

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Key admission dates & deadlines

Program start Spring 2027 Fall 2027
Campus Immersion Online Campus Immersion Online
Application deadline October 1st, 2026 October 1st, 2026 January 15th, 2027 January 15th, 2027
Classes start January 11th, 2027 January 11th, 2027 August 19th, 2027 August 19th, 2027
Outcomes

Career opportunities & applicable roles

Accounting is a dynamic field, with varied career opportunities in the private sector and in government agencies worldwide. Graduates gain the essential academic preparation and competitive edge for careers in consulting, personal financial planning and portfolio analysis, or a professional career in public, corporate and governmental accounting, as well as for operating a business. The program also positions graduates well for pursuing advanced degrees or law school.

Career examples include
Accountant/Auditor Banking Examiner Budget Analyst Certified Financial Planner Cost Estimator Financial Analyst Financial Manager Intelligence Officer
The school

W. P. Carey School of Business

ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business is the largest business school in the United States, serving more than 25,000 students. Its mission centers on educating students, producing impactful research and engaging actively with the communities it serves. The school is recognized for both research and teaching. The Financial Times ranked W. P. Carey No. 17 globally and No. 3 among U.S. public schools for research, and U.S. News & World Report ranks its online undergraduate business programs No. 2 in the nation. Students study fields such as finance, accounting, supply chain management, business analytics, marketing and entrepreneurship, with classes offered on ASU's Tempe, Polytechnic and West Valley campuses and online.

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