Professional Licensure and Certification Information for Accounting Degree Programs

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

Educational requirements vary by state or certification board, and there may be additional requirements that must be met. Students are encouraged to reach out to the program coordinator and the relevant licensing entity for further information and guidance.

Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.)

Licensure requirements are met

Upon successful completion of the Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) curriculum, University of North Georgia graduates will have met all educational requirements to sit for the CPA Exam in Georgia.

Licensure requirements are not met

The Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) curriculum does not meet educational requirements in the following states, U.S. territories, and District of Columbia:

For questions about the program, visit the Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) page.

Use the state-by-state links above, from the American Institute of Certified Accountants, to learn about state requirements. Applicants are encouraged to determine the specific requirements for any jurisdiction, including the State of Georgia, in which they intend to sit for the CPA exam by contacting the jurisdiction board. Addresses and links to websites for all relevant authorities are available through the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) or the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

To learn more about out-of-state licensure, including links to state and territory licensing boards, visit the American Institute of Certified Accountants (AICPA) CPA licensure website.

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