Master of Science in Accountancy

Find the Program That Meets Your Goals

The two M.S. in Accountancy programs at Cal State Fullerton’s College of Business and Economics are designed to allow you to find the best fit for your goals, schedule and experience as a business professional seeking to advance in the accounting industry of the 21st century.

M.S. Accountancy -
Traditional

Whether you are a full-time employee or prefer to be a full-time student, this program offers flexibility in scheduling to finish the degree in the timeline that best suits your needs while still gaining the required 150 hours to be CPA eligible. All courses are available in the evenings to fit the schedule of working professionals.

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M.S. Accountancy -
Cohort

Designed for students to join immediately after receiving their bachelor’s degree, students gain their 150 hours to be CPA eligible within two semesters. Students must take a full-time course load and maintain enrollment with their cohort. Most classes meet on weekdays.                                                    

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Traditional
Cohort
Program Start
Fall or spring semester start
Fall semester start only

Orientation and bootcamps run 3 weeks prior to start of the semester
Schedule
2-4 courses per semester

Courses offered in the evenings
4 courses per semester

Courses offered primarily during the day
Program Length
12-24 months (based on course load)
10 months
Key Features
Balance a full-time career while attending classes part-time

Reach 150 hours and be CPA eligible
Optional winter internship to earn while attending school full-time

Gain additional leadership skills to be workforce-ready

Reach 150 hours and be CPA eligible