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231 Best Master's Professional Accounting & Finance Programs in the United States

There are 231 Master's Professional Accounting & Finance programs in the United States, spread across 153 universities, typically lasting 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at Vanderbilt University, University of Notre Dame and George Washington University.

1Master's Degree
AG Ana G. Mendez University logo
Orlando, Florida, United States

Accountancy

Ana G. Mendez University — The Master's Degree in Accountancy at Ana G. Mendez University is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with advanced skills in accounting, finance, and busi...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
3Master's Degree
UP University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez logo
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, United States

Finanzas

University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez — The Master's Degree in Finance at the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez offers an in-depth understanding of financial theories and practices essential in today's global...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
4Master's Degree
DU Davenport University logo
United States

Master of Accountancy

Davenport University — The Master of Accountancy at Davenport University provides a comprehensive understanding of advanced accounting principles, auditing, and financial management. This progr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
5Master's Degree
CS Colorado State University - Global Campus logo
United States

Master of Finance

Colorado State University - Global Campus — The Master of Finance program at Colorado State University - Global Campus is designed to equip students with advanced financial knowledge and skills applicable in variou...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
6Master's Degree
CS Colorado State University - Global Campus logo
United States

Master of Professional Accounting

Colorado State University - Global Campus — The Master of Professional Accounting at Colorado State University - Global Campus provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the advanced accoun...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
9Master's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Accounting-Assurance

Vanderbilt University — The Master’s Degree in Accounting-Assurance at Vanderbilt University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting practices, with a specific focus o...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
10Master's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Accounting-Valuation

Vanderbilt University — The Master's in Accounting-Valuation at Vanderbilt University equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in accounting principles, financial reporting, and valuat...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
11Master's Degree
UN University of Notre Dame logo
QS World #294 #72 in United States United States

Accountancy: M.S.

University of Notre Dame — The Master of Science in Accountancy at the University of Notre Dame is designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge necessary for a successful caree...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
12Master's Degree
GW George Washington University logo
QS World #358 #87 in United States United States

Accountancy, MAccy

George Washington University — The Master of Accountancy (MAccy) at George Washington University is designed to equip students with advanced accounting knowledge and skills essential for a successful c...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
13Master's Degree
UC University of Colorado at Denver logo
QS World #428 #93 in United States United States

MS in Accounting

University of Colorado at Denver — The Master of Science in Accounting at the University of Colorado at Denver equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic field o...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
14Master's Degree
SU State University of New York at Stony Brook logo
QS World #452 #98 in United States United States

Accounting

State University of New York at Stony Brook — The Master of Science in Accounting at Stony Brook University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices. T...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
15Master's Degree
SU State University of New York at Stony Brook logo
QS World #452 #98 in United States United States

Accounting and Analytics

State University of New York at Stony Brook — The Master's Degree in Accounting and Analytics at Stony Brook University equips students with the essential skills required to thrive in the fast-evolving financial land...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
16Master's Degree
SU State University of New York at Stony Brook logo
QS World #452 #98 in United States United States

Accounting and Analytics

State University of New York at Stony Brook — The Master's Degree in Accounting and Analytics at the State University of New York at Stony Brook provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting prin...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
17Master's Degree
RP Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute logo
QS World #494 #118 in United States United States

Quantitative Finance and Risk Analytics

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute — Course OverviewThe Master's Degree in Quantitative Finance and Risk Analytics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is designed to equip students with an advanced understan...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
18Master's Degree
CB CUNY Baruch College logo
QS World #545 #125 in United States United States

Master of Science (MS) in Accountancy

CUNY Baruch College — The Master of Science (MS) in Accountancy at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and pra...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
19Master's Degree
CB CUNY Baruch College logo
QS World #545 #125 in United States United States

Master of Science (MS) in Accountancy

CUNY Baruch College — The Master of Science (MS) in Accountancy at CUNY Baruch College provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with advanced skills in accounting practic...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
20Master's Degree
CB CUNY Baruch College logo
QS World #545 #125 in United States United States

Master of Science (MS) in Finance

CUNY Baruch College — The Master of Science (MS) in Finance program at CUNY Baruch College offers an intricate exploration of financial theories, quantitative methods, and practical applicatio...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
21Master's Degree
CB CUNY Baruch College logo
QS World #545 #125 in United States United States

Online Master of Science (MS) in Finance

CUNY Baruch College — The Online Master of Science (MS) in Finance at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate the dynamic financial la...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
22Master's Degree
FI Florida International University logo
QS World #574 #155 in United States United States

Accounting

Florida International University — The Master's Degree in Accounting at Florida International University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced accounting principles a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
24Master's Degree
US University of South Carolina logo
QS World #575 #156 in United States United States

Accountancy, M.A.C.C.

University of South Carolina — The Master of Accountancy (M.A.C.C.) at the University of South Carolina-Columbia is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the accounting fie...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance

How these courses are ranked

9 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #250 (Vanderbilt University) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Vanderbilt University has the largest research record in this group, with 20,026,856 citations and an h-index of 1,110. 5 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

The usual length is 1–2 years and null. 79% are full-time and 42 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Golden Gate University offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Master's Professional Accounting & Finance?

Vanderbilt University (QS World #250), University of Notre Dame (QS World #294) and George Washington University (QS World #358) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's Professional Accounting & Finance in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's Professional Accounting & Finance course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with null the next most common.

When do Master's Professional Accounting & Finance courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's Professional Accounting & Finance online with a university in the United States?

42 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Professional Accounting & Finance courses in the United States?

Golden Gate University, with 5, ahead of The University of Texas at Dallas (4).

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