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The Master of Accounting Science (MAS)program at Gies College of Business is a nine-month, STEM-designated program for students who already hold a bachelor of science in accountancy.
As an MAS student, you will design your own curriculum by choosing a core concentration in Financial Reporting & Assurance (FRA) or Tax and then choosing a concentration based on your interests and career goals.
Regardless of your concentration, you will acquire the data analytics knowledge and capabilities that top firms demand.
Program overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Accounting Science (MAS)program at Gies College of Business is a nine-month, STEM-designated program for students who already hold a bachelor of science in accountancy.
As an MAS student, you will design your own curriculum by choosing a core concentration in Financial Reporting & Assurance (FRA) or Tax and then choosing a concentration based on your interests and career goals.
Regardless of your concentration, you will acquire the data analytics knowledge and capabilities that top firms demand.
Admission Requirements
A TOEFL or IELTS score is not required for admissions to the MAS program. It is however required if you apply for a teaching assistantship with a minimum speaking score of a 26. There are no minimum requirements for GMAT scores. We use the GMAT score details to assess student analytical skills, as our program is data analytics heavy and the focus on communication skills is increasing. Both your overall GPA and your GPA for your Accounting courses must be a 3.0 to be considered for the MAS program.
01 Dec 2024
9 Months
Jan
Aug
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
26,980 USD
Domestic (Out of State)
41,902 USD
International
41,902 USD
Scholarships
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Yes! The MAS program is STEM designated based on our commitment to data analytics and an understanding of how emerging technology will impact the future.
Are GMAT/GRE scores required?
Applicants may choose to submit GMAT/ GRE scores for consideration with their application, but scores are not required.
Does all of my undergraduate coursework have to be taken at an accredited US institution?
Yes, a four-year undergraduate degree in accounting from an accredited US institution is required for the MAS application. If you have an accounting undergraduate degree from an international institution, you can consider the Master of Science in Accountancy at Gies.
Accountancy, MAS
Gies College of Business, Champaign, United States
9 monthsProgram duration
41,902 USDTuition Fee/year
01 Dec, 2024Application Deadline
Accounting and FinanceMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Accounting Science (MAS) program at Gies College of Business is a nine-month, STEM-designated program for students who already hold a bachelor of science in accountancy.
As an MAS student, you will design your own curriculum by choosing a core concentration in Financial Reporting & Assurance (FRA) or Tax and then choosing a concentration based on your interests and career goals.
Regardless of your concentration, you will acquire the data analytics knowledge and capabilities that top firms demand.
Program overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Accounting Science (MAS) program at Gies College of Business is a nine-month, STEM-designated program for students who already hold a bachelor of science in accountancy.
As an MAS student, you will design your own curriculum by choosing a core concentration in Financial Reporting & Assurance (FRA) or Tax and then choosing a concentration based on your interests and career goals.
Regardless of your concentration, you will acquire the data analytics knowledge and capabilities that top firms demand.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
Domestic (Out of State)
International
Scholarships
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