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1,535 Best Professional Accounting & Finance Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 746 universities offer 1,535 Professional Accounting & Finance programs; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Washington and Rice University come first, because those universities rank highest.

289Bachelor's Degree
ND North Dakota State University logo
#302 in United States United States

Accounting

North Dakota State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at North Dakota State University is designed to equip students with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices, prepa...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
290Bachelor's Degree
ND North Dakota State University logo
#302 in United States United States

Accounting

North Dakota State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at North Dakota State University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
291Program
ND North Dakota State University logo
#302 in United States United States

Banking

North Dakota State University — The Banking degree program at North Dakota State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial services industry, emphasizing both theo...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
292Bachelor's Degree
FA Florida Atlantic University logo
#307 in United States United States

Accounting

Florida Atlantic University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Florida Atlantic University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a solid foundation in accounting pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
293Bachelor's Degree
MU Marymount University logo
#308 in United States United States

Accounting

Marymount University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Marymount University provides students with an in-depth understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and the busine...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
294Bachelor's Degree
AS Albany State University logo
#309 in United States United States

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Albany State University — The Bachelor of Science in Accounting at Albany State University provides a comprehensive education in accounting principles, financial management, and business practices...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
295Bachelor's Degree
WS Wright State University logo
#312 in United States United States

Accountancy

Wright State University — The Accountancy Bachelor's Degree at Wright State University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting practices, theories, and pri...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
296Bachelor's Degree
WS Wright State University logo
#312 in United States United States

Accountancy

Wright State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy at Wright State University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the fundamental principles of accounting...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
297Bachelor's Degree
WS Wright State University logo
#312 in United States United States

Finance

Wright State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Finance at Wright State University-Main Campus equips students with a robust understanding of financial theory and practice. The program covers c...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
298Bachelor's Degree
WS Wright State University logo
#312 in United States United States

Financial Services

Wright State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Financial Services at Wright State University-Main Campus provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial industry. The cou...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
299Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Texas at El Paso logo
#321 in United States United States

Accounting

University of Texas at El Paso — Overview of the Accounting Bachelor's DegreeThe Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at the University of Texas at El Paso equips students with a solid foundation in financial...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
301Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Texas at El Paso logo
#321 in United States United States

Finance

University of Texas at El Paso — The Bachelor's Degree in Finance at the University of Texas at El Paso equips students with a comprehensive understanding of financial systems, investment analysis, and r...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
302Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Texas at El Paso logo
#321 in United States United States

Finance

University of Texas at El Paso

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
303Bachelor's Degree
WC Washtenaw Community College logo
#322 in United States United States

Accounting

Washtenaw Community College — The Accounting Bachelor's Degree program at Washtenaw Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices essenti...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
304Bachelor's Degree
UT The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley logo
#324 in United States United States

Accountancy (BBA)

The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley — The Bachelor of Business Administration in Accountancy at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting pri...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
305Master's Degree
UT The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley logo
#324 in United States United States

Accountancy (MACC)

The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley — The Master of Accountancy (MACC) program at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of acc...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
307Bachelor's Degree
PS Portland State University logo
#325 in United States United States

Accounting

Portland State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at Portland State University prepares students for a successful career in the financial sector through a comprehensive curriculum that...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
308Bachelor's Degree
UN The University of North Carolina at Greensboro logo
#326 in United States United States

Accounting, B.S.

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro — The Bachelor of Science in Accounting at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is designed to equip students with vital knowledge and skills in both accounting a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
309Bachelor's Degree
UN The University of North Carolina at Greensboro logo
#326 in United States United States

Accounting, B.S.

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro — The Bachelor of Science in Accounting at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is designed to equip students with the technical skills and knowledge necessary fo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
312Master's Degree
UN The University of North Carolina at Greensboro logo
#326 in United States United States

Accounting, M.S. Tax Concentration

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro — The Master of Science in Accounting with a Tax Concentration at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is designed for individuals looking to deepen their experti...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance

How these courses are ranked

42 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #70 (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) to #593 (University of Central Florida); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Washington has the largest research record in this group, with 98,078,141 citations and an h-index of 3,639. 23 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 906 bachelor's, 231 master's, 106 diploma and 45 professional. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 91% are full-time and 120 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (98% of courses with a stated intake). Siena College offers the widest choice, with 8 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Professional Accounting & Finance in the United States?

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (QS World #70), University of Washington (QS World #81) and Rice University (QS World #119) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Professional Accounting & Finance in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Professional Accounting & Finance course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Professional Accounting & Finance courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Professional Accounting & Finance online with a university in the United States?

120 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Professional Accounting & Finance courses in the United States?

Siena College, with 8, ahead of Ramapo College (8).

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