Accounting

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington ETPL
Accurate financial reporting, effective decision making, using financial data, tax reporting and analysisthese are just a few of the financial areas that can determine success or failure for any organization. That's why top-notch accounting professionals are always in demand. Accounting is a field where possessing up-to-date knowledge, specialized skills, and professional credentials can make a big difference.This Master of Accounting (MAcc) degree program is also designed to prepare you for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam and meets the 150 semester hours required to sit for the CPA exam in most states. View the requirements for CPA licensure by state. In fact, WGU MAcc graduates perform well on the CPA exam, with a pass rate that significantly exceeds the national average. WGU also offers UWorld CPA Review at no extra charge for our accounting master's graduates.

Financial information

Total tuition

$19,020.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$800.00

Locations

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

2 Years

Length of training

Master

Award type

30

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

MA

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Employment performance results

Program type

Accounting

Completion rate

66%

Employment rate

89%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$44.16

Typical (median) annual earnings

$86,840.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Accounting

Other Industries

32%

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

24%

Finance and Insurance

12%

Wholesale Trade

10%

Education

8%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
61
Completion rate
66%
Average number of students who completed each year
31
Gender
Male
34%
Female
66%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
2%
Asian
12%
Black or African American
2%
Hispanic
5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
70%
Multi-racial
8%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
24%
30 to 39
31%
40 to 49
27%
50 and over
18%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
0%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
0%
BA or higher
100%