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153 Best Master's Professional Accounting & Finance Universities in United States

This ranks Master’s degree options in Professional Accounting & Finance in the United States for 2026. It is for applicants comparing postgraduate study before choosing where to apply.

153 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
7Ranked
CB CUNY Baruch College logo
QS World #545 #125 in United States United States

CUNY Baruch College

Public University · 4 courses in Master's Professional Accounting & Finance

Tuition (indicative)
Founded
Students
International
Admissions open
#545 QS World University Rankings 2024
#125 in United States
19Ranked
UT The University of Texas at Dallas logo
#229 in United States Richardson, Texas, United States

The University of Texas at Dallas

Public University · 4 courses in Master's Professional Accounting & Finance

USD 40,144/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
21,751Students
International
Admissions open
#229 in United States · by research impact
3,690,154 citations · h-index 544

A master’s degree in this subject is aimed at applicants who want postgraduate training in accounting and finance rather than an entry-level qualification. It suits students planning to move into advanced professional roles, but each university’s curriculum and career focus need to be checked before applying.

The universities in this set are public institutions. They also span different settings, including large-city campuses and smaller-town campuses, so day-to-day living, commuting, and access to employers can vary. Tuition and other fees are not stated for these universities, so applicants should compare published costs directly with each university.

Before applying, verify admission requirements, tuition, programme length, intake dates, and whether the degree is delivered in a full-time, part-time, or online format. Also confirm any required background in accounting, finance, or related subjects, because those details can differ by university.

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for Master's Professional Accounting & Finance universities in United States?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include Vanderbilt University, University of Notre Dame, George Washington University. The full ranked list above shows QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements for each one.

How much does it cost to study Master's Professional Accounting & Finance universities in United States?

Tuition varies widely by university and program, and international students usually pay more than domestic students. Every listing above shows the fee we hold for that program — labelled indicative where it has not yet been verified against the university's own published figures.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World positions, each institution's star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

About Master's Professional Accounting & Finance universities in United States

This page lists Master's Professional Accounting & Finance universities in United States held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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