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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.

625Bachelor's Degree
QU Quinnipiac University logo
#688 in United States Hamden, Connecticut, United States

Accounting

Quinnipiac University — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at Quinnipiac College offers an in-depth understanding of the principles, standards, and practices of accounting. The program is desig...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
626Bachelor's Degree
QU Quinnipiac University logo
#688 in United States Hamden, Connecticut, United States

Finance

Quinnipiac University — The Bachelor's Degree in Finance at Quinnipiac College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and applications essential for navigat...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
627Master's Degree
LU LaSalle University logo
#691 in United States United States

Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's in Finance

LaSalle University — The Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's in Finance program at LaSalle University is designed for ambitious students seeking to develop advanced financial knowledge and skills...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
628Bachelor's Degree
LU LaSalle University logo
#691 in United States United States

Accounting (BSBA)

LaSalle University — The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Accounting at LaSalle University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive unde...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
630Bachelor's Degree
LU LaSalle University logo
#691 in United States United States

Actuarial Science (B.S.)

LaSalle University — The Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science at LaSalle University provides a robust foundation for students interested in risk assessment and financial management. The p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
631Bachelor's Degree
US University of Scranton logo
#693 in United States United States

Accounting

University of Scranton — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at the University of Scranton offers a comprehensive curriculum that equips students with essential knowledge and skills for a success...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
632Bachelor's Degree
US University of Scranton logo
#693 in United States United States

Finance

University of Scranton — The Bachelor's Degree in Finance at the University of Scranton provides a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices within a global context. The c...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
633Bachelor's Degree
HC Hillsdale College logo
#694 in United States United States

Accounting

Hillsdale College — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at Hillsdale College offers a comprehensive education in financial management, auditing, taxation, and accounting principles. This cou...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
634Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Texas at Tyler logo
#696 in United States United States

Accounting

University of Texas at Tyler — The Bachelor's degree in Accounting at The University of Texas at Tyler provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
636Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Tyler logo
#696 in United States United States

Finance

University of Texas at Tyler — The Master's degree in Finance at The University of Texas at Tyler provides a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices, preparing students for su...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
637Master's Degree
UT University of Texas at Tyler logo
#696 in United States United States

Finance

University of Texas at Tyler

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
638Master's Degree
XU Xavier University logo
#697 in United States United States

Accountancy

Xavier University — The Master's Degree in Accountancy at Xavier University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced accounting principles and practices...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
639Bachelor's Degree
XU Xavier University logo
#697 in United States United States

Accounting

Xavier University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Xavier University provides a comprehensive education that prepares students for successful careers in the financial industry. This...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
640Bachelor's Degree
XU Xavier University logo
#697 in United States United States

Actuarial Science

Xavier University — The Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science at Xavier University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the analytical and statistical skills ne...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
641Master's Degree
XU Xavier University logo
#697 in United States United States

Finance

Xavier University — The Master’s in Finance at Xavier University offers an in-depth exploration of financial theories, tools, and practices that are essential for success in today’s complex...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
642Bachelor's Degree
UN University of North Texas at Dallas logo
#698 in United States United States

Accounting

University of North Texas at Dallas — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at the University of North Texas at Dallas provides students with a comprehensive foundation in accounting principles, financial repor...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
643Bachelor's Degree
UN University of North Texas at Dallas logo
#698 in United States United States

Finance

University of North Texas at Dallas — Overview of the Finance Bachelor’s DegreeThe Bachelor's Degree in Finance at the University of North Texas at Dallas equips students with essential financial knowledge an...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
644Master's Degree
SU State University of New York College at Brockport logo
#700 in United States United States

Accounting

State University of New York College at Brockport

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
645Master's Degree
SU State University of New York College at Brockport logo
#700 in United States United States

Accounting

State University of New York College at Brockport

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
648Bachelor's Degree
UN University of North Carolina at Pembroke logo
#703 in United States Pembroke, North Carolina, United States

Accounting

University of North Carolina at Pembroke — The Bachelor of Accounting program at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and pract...

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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