Accounting (MPA)
The objective of this program is to provide the student with a sound foundation in the body of knowledge of business administration, broad exposure to the discipline of accounting, and the greater depth in accounting required to specialize and to enter the profession with the prospect of rapid career progress, high-level responsibility, and future leadership. The program is designed to provide outstanding students with the educational foundation for successful careers in public accounting, industry, consulting, not-for-profit organizations, and educational and financial institutions.
Graduate Handbook
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Admission
Applications to the Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) program are accepted for the fall semester only. The Admissions Committee considers each completed application, giving particular attention to the statement of purpose, prior academic performance, letters of recommendation, extracurricular and community activities, honors and achievements, test scores, work history (if applicable), and other factors.
The MPA program is sufficiently flexible to accommodate students with bachelor’s degrees in any field of study. Applicants should complete the required pre-enrollment courses before applying for admission, as outlined on the MPA website. Students without a sufficient background in financial accounting will be expected to start the MPA program in the summer.
Upon admission to the program, students must pay a nonrefundable enrollment deposit to indicate that they accept the offer of admission. The deposit is applied to the payment of tuition when the student enrolls. All fees and deposits are subject to change with appropriate approval. Students should consult the General Information Catalog for the current amount of the enrollment deposit.
The MPA Bridge Program offers undergraduate students at The University of Texas at Austin an opportunity to prepare for future graduate study by providing access to courses and program resources that normally require graduate standing. University of Texas at Austin undergraduate students may apply for admission through the MPA program. Admission to a bridge program is highly competitive and does not guarantee admission to a graduate degree program. Additional information can be found on the MPA website.
Total Hours Required: 43
Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Hours chosen from: Accounting Core | 25 | |
| Hours chosen from: Specialized Accounting | 18 | |
| All students must also follow the requirements and policies below: | ||
| Graduate Business Requirements | ||
| Graduate University Requirements | ||
| Total Hours | 43 | |
Additional Requirements
12 hours of accounting core may be waived if the student has completed equivalent undergraduate work.
Students must complete at least 19 hours in accounting. Students must complete at least two fall and/or spring terms in residence in the program. In order to graduate, the student’s overall, MPA, and accounting grade point averages must each be at least 3.00.