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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.

409Bachelor's Degree
WW Western Washington University logo
#443 in United States United States

Accounting

Western Washington University — The Bachelor of Accounting program at Western Washington University is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic f...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
410Bachelor's Degree
WW Western Washington University logo
#443 in United States United States

Finance

Western Washington University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Finance at Western Washington University equips students with a deep understanding of financial principles, economic theories, and practical appl...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
411Program
UL University of Louisiana at Lafeyette logo
#445 in United States United States

Accounting

University of Louisiana at Lafeyette — The Accounting degree offered at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette equips students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and the skills necess...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
413Program
UL University of Louisiana at Lafeyette logo
#445 in United States United States

Finance

University of Louisiana at Lafeyette — The Finance degree at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette offers a comprehensive understanding of financial principles, practices, and concepts. The curriculum is de...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
414Bachelor's Degree
AS Appalachian State University logo
#446 in United States United States

Accounting (BSBA)

Appalachian State University — The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting program at Appalachian State University provides a comprehensive foundation in accou...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
415Master's Degree
AS Appalachian State University logo
#446 in United States United States

Accounting: Master of Science (MS)

Appalachian State University — The Master of Science (MS) in Accounting at Appalachian State University equips students with in-depth knowledge and critical skills necessary for successful careers in a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
416Bachelor's Degree
AS Appalachian State University logo
#446 in United States United States

Actuarial Science (BS)

Appalachian State University — The Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science at Appalachian State University is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in the...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
417Bachelor's Degree
AS Appalachian State University logo
#446 in United States United States

Finance and Banking (BSBA)

Appalachian State University — The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Finance and Banking at Appalachian State University equips students with in-depth knowle...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
418Bachelor's Degree
UR University of Richmond logo
#447 in United States United States

Accounting

University of Richmond — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at the University of Richmond offers a comprehensive understanding of financial principles, quantitative methods, and modern accountin...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
419Master's Degree
NC North Carolina A&T State University logo
#451 in United States United States

Accountancy

North Carolina A&T State University — The Master's in Accountancy at North Carolina A & T State University is designed to deepen students' understanding of financial reporting, auditing, taxation, and account...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
420Master's Degree
NC North Carolina A&T State University logo
#451 in United States United States

Accountancy

North Carolina A&T State University — The Master's in Accountancy at North Carolina A&T State University is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills essential for a successful career in t...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
421Bachelor's Degree
NC North Carolina A&T State University logo
#451 in United States United States

Accounting

North Carolina A&T State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at North Carolina A & T State University provides a comprehensive understanding of the accounting field, integrating theoretical found...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
422Bachelor's Degree
NC North Carolina A&T State University logo
#451 in United States United States

Accounting

North Carolina A&T State University — The Bachelor of Science in Accounting program at North Carolina A&T State University equips students with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for a successful...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
424Bachelor's Degree
JM James Madison University logo
#453 in United States United States

Finance

James Madison University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 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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