Accounting (MS)
Program Summary
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Credits: 30 total
Degree: MS
Accreditation: AACSB
College/School: Costello College of Business
Start Date: 8/25/2025
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Program Description
Our highly ranked Master of Science in Accounting prepares students to succeed in today’s fast-evolving financial landscape. The program emphasizes current trends in accounting, business ethics, and corporate governance, developing professionals equipped to solve complex challenges in the field. With a curriculum designed to meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure in Virginia and many other states, students gain the academic foundation needed to sit for the CPA exam and other professional certifications. The program builds advanced expertise in audit, financial reporting, and tax accounting, while offering the opportunity to tailor your degree with a graduate certificate in forensic accounting, government accounting, analytics, or government contracting. Graduates are prepared to pursue a wide range of respected credentials, including the CPA, CMA, CGFM, CFE, CFA, and CFP.
Career Opportunities
According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations.
To learn more about the Impact of the Costello College of Business Master of Science in Accounting on recent alumni, click here.
The CCB Career services team offers lifetime services to all current students and alumni of the MS in Accounting program, including resume and cover letter reviews, salary negotiation, navigating online job boards, networking, mock interviews, etc. Contact the Costello College of Business Career Services today.
Courses
Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the George Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.
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Details
For the most current application requirements and deadlines, please visit our Costello College of Business Application Requirements page.
Tuition and Financial Aid
For the most accurate and up-to-date tuition rates, fees, and financial aid options, please visit our College of Business Graduate Tuition & Financial Aid page.
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If you have any questions during the application process, please contact the Costello College of Business at 703-993-8006 or [email protected].
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