Online Master of Professional Accounting
Stay on the leading edge in the high-demand field of accounting and earn credits toward sitting for the CPA Exam.
Program Overview
Take a closer look at EWU’s 100 percent online Master of Professional Accounting degree
The online Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) program from Eastern Washington University is designed to deepen your expertise and prepare you for advanced roles in professional accounting firms and other businesses that require detailed technical knowledge. In addition to licensure preparation, this applied accounting master’s program empowers you to move your career forward with an in-depth study of accounting law, auditing, taxation and more.
Built with flexibility in mind, you can tailor your degree by choosing electives that fit your personal and professional interests. For example, select unique course options such as Sustainability Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Accounting for Government and Nonprofit, or Small Business Accounting. Plus, this hands-on accounting program includes an optional internship that can enhance your resume, expand your portfolio of skills and provide valuable networking opportunities.
The Eastern Washington University School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB).
In this online program, you will learn to:
- demonstrate leadership and managerial decision-making capabilities needed for advancement in public/private/not-for-profit accounting;
- gain a practical understanding of globalization trends in accounting and worldwide accounting diversity;
- understand and apply ethical principles and professional standards as well as identify potential violations and propose improvements;
- develop a fundamental understanding of business law for the business law section of the CPA Exam and, more importantly, to be useful in corporate and individual lifelong dealings with contracts and law;
- acquire advanced auditing skills for accumulating, evaluating and reporting evidence;
- learn rules on the taxation of C corporations and pass-through entities;
- use online database and hard copy research in order to prepare a tax research memorandum to a hypothetical client undergoing a corporate tax audit with the IRS.
- demonstrate leadership and managerial decision-making capabilities needed for advancement in public/private/not-for-profit accounting;
- gain a practical understanding of globalization trends in accounting and worldwide accounting diversity;
- understand and apply ethical principles and professional standards as well as identify potential violations and propose improvements;
- develop a fundamental understanding of business law for the business law section of the CPA Exam and, more importantly, to be useful in corporate and individual lifelong dealings with contracts and law;
- acquire advanced auditing skills for accumulating, evaluating and reporting evidence;
- learn rules on the taxation of C corporations and pass-through entities;
- use online database and hard copy research in order to prepare a tax research memorandum to a hypothetical client undergoing a corporate tax audit with the IRS.
Career opportunities:
- Financial Analyst
- Personal Financial Advisor
- Managerial Accountant
- Corporate Controller
- Chief Financial Officer
- Financial Analyst
- Personal Financial Advisor
- Managerial Accountant
- Corporate Controller
- Chief Financial Officer
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The Eastern Washington University School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB).
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Tuition
Discover how online programs at EWU fit into any budget
The EWU online Master of Professional Accounting program features the same affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition for all in-state and out-of-state students.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per 4-Credit Hour Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPAcc | $400 | $1,600 | $14,400* |
Application Fee: $75
*Tuition and fees subject to change. Total program cost does not include foundation courses. If foundation courses are required, the cost will be added to the total program cost.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Update your calendar with these important MPAcc program deadlines
The online MPAcc is designed to be efficient for working professionals, with six-week courses and seven start dates a year. View the full calendar for upcoming start dates and deadlines for registration, required documents, and tuition payment.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall II | 11/4/24 | 10/21/24 | 10/30/24 | 11/2/24 |
| Winter I | 12/30/24 | 12/16/24 | 12/24/24 | 12/28/24 |
| Winter II | 2/10/25 | 1/27/25 | 2/5/25 | 2/8/25 |
| Spring I | 3/31/25 | 3/17/25 | 3/26/25 | 3/29/25 |
| Spring II | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/7/25 | 5/10/25 |
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Admissions
Review the admission requirements and apply today
The admission process for the online MPAcc program is streamlined to help you get started right away. Plus, the GMAT is waived for qualified applicants.
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Cumulative 3.0 GPA
- Professional resume
Online MPAcc Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.*
- Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the last 90 quarter or 60 semester-graded postsecondary credit hours** OR:
- Applicants with a GPA of at least 2.5 in the last 90-quarter or 60-semester-graded credits of postsecondary academic coursework AND at least three years of professional work experience as verified by a professional resume will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Applicants with a GPA of at least 2.5 in the last 90-quarter or 60-semester-graded credits of postsecondary academic coursework AND an index score (GPA x 200 + GMAT) ≥ 1050 will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Applicants with a GPA lower than 2.5 may be considered on a case-by-case basis and must have an index score of (GPA x 200 + GMAT) ≥ 1050
- Official transcript from the college/university where degree was earned
- Professional resume
Have a question? Call us at 800-826-3411.
**We encourage you to apply if your GPA is lower than a 3.0 and you have at least 3 years of professional work experience. Applicants with GPAs below 3.0 are considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact an Enrollment Services representative at 800-826-3411 for more information.
*Applicants who do not hold an undergraduate accounting degree and have not completed equivalent coursework may be required to take up to five additional prerequisite courses (20 credit hours).
Document Submission Information
Order your official, electronic transcripts from the degree-granting institution where you earned your highest degree (bachelor’s or master’s) and have them sent to Eastern Washington University.
- Most EWU graduate programs only require one transcript. Please submit a transcript from your degree-granting institution. This transcript should include the final two years of your degree completion. If it does not, please submit transcripts to cover your final two years of earned credits.
- Please note that transcripts ordered by main may take 4-6 weeks to arrive.
If you are ordering a mailed paper transcript, please have it sent to:
Eastern Washington University
Showalter Hall 206
Cheney, WA 99004
Courses
Check out the degree plan for your online MPA program
The online Master of Professional Accounting curriculum is comprised of nine courses (36 credit hours), including 20 credit hours of core courses and 16 credit hours of electives. Applicants who do not hold an undergraduate accounting degree and have not completed equivalent coursework may be required to take up to five additional prerequisite courses (20 credit hours).
Foundation courses provide the opportunity to gain additional knowledge needed to be successful in subsequent coursework.
- Students with a bachelor's degree in accounting may not be required to take MPAcc foundation coursework.
- Students who do not hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting but have completed significant equivalent coursework may not be required to take MPAcc foundation coursework. These applicants will be assessed on a course-by-course basis.
