Accountancy (M.Acc.)

UNG's Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) degree is designed to allow you to acquire the additional mastery of accounting knowledge that is desired by many employers. 

Upon completion of the program, graduates will have satisfied all educational requirements for the certified public accountant (CPA) license in the state of Georgia. A CPA certificate is an essential element for a career in public accounting and is highly beneficial in other accounting areas.

In an increasingly competitive business environment, the M.Acc. program will provide you with an important foundation for long-term success that will set you apart from your colleagues.

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Master of Accountancy Program Quick Facts

  • Day-time classes offered on the Dahlonega campus
  • Evening classes offered on the Gainesville campus
  • Program start fall, spring, or summer
  • Part-time and full-time options
  • 30 hour program completed in 1 year with full-time option
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Program Application Deadlines

All application materials are to be received prior to the deadline. If program capacity is met prior to established admission deadlines, we will stop accepting applications for admission and cancel remaining incomplete applicants. Completing your application earlier is better.

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Spring application deadline - November 1
Fall application deadline - May 1

Fall Deadline

July 15

Spring Deadline

December 1

Summer Deadline

April 15

How to Apply to the Master of Accountancy Program at UNG

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About the Master of Accountancy Curriculum

The Master of Accountancy program includes 18 credit hours of core classes and 12 credit hours of electives. The program may be completed in one year for full-time students or over two years for part-time students. Classes may be made available both for day and evening courses.

Core Requirements (18 Credit Hours)

Electives (Choose Four)

Any 6000-level or higher MCCB graduate course with permission of advisor.

Tentative Course Schedule

Dahlonega Campus

Gainesville Campus

Dahlonega Campus

Gainesville Campus

To be announced.

Dahlonega Campus

Gainesville Campus

To be announced.
To be announced.

Add On a Graduate Certificate

You may elect to apply and complete a graduate certificate alone or use these courses as electives in the Master of Accountancy program.

Questions?

For questions about the program, contact
Carolyn Pelkey
MCCB Graduate Programs Coordinator
Carolyn.Pelkey@ung.edu
706-867-4410

For questions about the application process, contact:
Graduate Admissions
grads@ung.edu 
706-864-1543

Professional Licensure and Certification

The University of North Georgia offers degree programs that meet the educational requirements students need to apply for professional licensure and certifications in Georgia. However, the programs may not meet education requirements for licensure or certification in other states.

For additional information, please review the Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure.

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