Master of Science in Professional Accounting

Advance your accounting skills in North Jersey's only program with both business and accounting accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This program is designed for accounting majors looking to satisfy the 150-credit educational requirement to sit for the CPA exam in New Jersey, New York and most other states. The program, offered on campus, is also well-suited for accountants who are looking to update their skills and increase their knowledge of the profession. Our graduates land at some of the largest and most prestigious organizations after graduation: Ernst & Young, KPMG, Deloitte, Prudential, New York Life and the NBA. Developed with top-level specialists as a practical graduate accounting education, this program can be completed in approximately one year of evening-only classes.Earning a Masters in Professional Accounting from Seton Hall University through the professional accountancy program prepares professional accountancy students for advanced careers in accounting and finance. This professional accountancy master's program, unique in Northern NJ for its dual accreditation in business and accounting by the AACSB, meets the 150-credit requirement for CPA certification. Graduates are equipped with updated skills and comprehensive knowledge, setting them apart in the field and leading to opportunities in prestigious organizations.

In order to be considered for admission, you must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree from a college or university. All applicants must submit the following components to be reviewed by the Admissions Committee for a graduate degree program:Online ApplicationAll Official TranscriptsStandardized Test Score (i.e., GMAT, GRE, LSAT) – (Optional for the M.S.B.A)ResumePersonal StatementLetter(s) of Recommendation. There is no difference in the evaluation of the two standardized assessments and the Admissions Committee believes both tests are valid in helping to predict academic success. For an applicant with a GPA of 3.0 and above, a competitive score for the GMAT/GRE should be in at least the 30th percentile. For an applicant with a GPA below 3.0, a competitive score for the GMAT/GRE should be in at least the 50th percentile.