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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.

1420Diploma
GS Gadsden State Community College logo
#1,872 in United States United States

Accounting Technology

Gadsden State Community College — The Accounting Technology Diploma program at Gasden State Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of accoun...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1423Program
LC Linn-Benton Community College logo
#1,876 in United States United States

Accounting Technology

Linn-Benton Community College — The Accounting Technology degree program at Linn-Benton Community College provides an extensive foundation in accounting principles and practices, tailored for the techno...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1426Program
MV Mohawk Valley Community College logo
#1,887 in United States United States

Finance Certificate

Mohawk Valley Community College — The Finance Certificate at Mohawk Valley Community College provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of finance, equipping students with essential knowledge and...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1427Program
NH North Hennepin Community College logo
#1,889 in United States United States

Accounting Technology

North Hennepin Community College — The Accounting Technology degree at North Hennepin Community College provides students with a thorough understanding of both accounting principles and the technological t...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1428Program
NH North Hennepin Community College logo
#1,889 in United States United States

Accounting Transfer Pathway

North Hennepin Community College — The Accounting Transfer Pathway program at North Hennepin Community College is designed for students aiming to transition smoothly into a bachelor's degree in accounting....

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1429Program
JC Jones County Junior College logo
#1,893 in United States United States

Accounting

Jones County Junior College — The Accounting program at Jones County Junior College offers a comprehensive education in financial management and reporting. The curriculum is designed to equip students...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1430Diploma
GT Gateway Technical College logo
#1,894 in United States United States

Accounting

Gateway Technical College — The Diploma in Accounting at Gateway Technical College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices. This course covers ess...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1431Diploma
GT Gateway Technical College logo
#1,894 in United States United States

Accounting Assistant

Gateway Technical College — The Accounting Assistant diploma program at Gateway Technical College is designed to equip students with essential accounting skills and knowledge necessary for entry-lev...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1432Diploma
RC Rowan College at Burlington County logo
#1,897 in United States United States

Accounting Certificate

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Accounting Certificate offered by Rowan College at Burlington County is designed to equip students with fundamental accounting skills and knowledge essential for vari...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1433Diploma
RC Rowan College at Burlington County logo
#1,897 in United States United States

Liberal Arts and Sciences, Option: Accounting

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Liberal Arts and Sciences, Accounting program at Rowan College at Burlington County is designed to provide students with a broad, interdisciplinary approach to unders...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1434Bachelor's Degree
CC Chabot College logo
#1,898 in United States United States

Accounting

Chabot College — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at Chabot College provides a comprehensive foundation in financial practices and principles essential for modern business. The program...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1435Professional
CC Chabot College logo
#1,898 in United States United States

Accounting Technician

Chabot College — Course OverviewThe Accounting Technician program at Chabot College provides a comprehensive foundation in accounting principles and practices. This course is designed for...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1436Diploma
CC Coastline Community College logo
#1,902 in United States United States

Accounting

Coastline Community College — The Diploma in Accounting at Coastline Community College provides a comprehensive foundation in accounting principles and practices. The curriculum covers essential topic...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1437Bachelor's Degree
WT Wake Technical Community College logo
#1,907 in United States United States

Accounting & Finance AAS

Wake Technical Community College — The Bachelor of Applied Science in Accounting and Finance at Wake Technical Community College equips students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1438Diploma
WT Wake Technical Community College logo
#1,907 in United States United States

Accounting Diploma

Wake Technical Community College — The Accounting Diploma at Wake Technical Community College provides students with a comprehensive foundation in accounting principles and practices. The course covers ess...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
1440Diploma
FL Finger Lakes Community College logo
#1,917 in United States United States

Accounting

Finger Lakes Community College — The Diploma in Accounting at Finger Lakes Community College offers a comprehensive understanding of fundamental accounting principles and practices. This program is desig...

DiplomaLevel
63-64 CreditsDuration
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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