Master of Accountancy Program

Is a MAcc Right for You?

For accounting undergraduates, there is no single correct pathway to success, but at the J.M. Tull School of Accounting, the Master of Accountancy (MAcc) brings short-term returns as well as long-term value.

Recent legislation opened new pathways to CPA licensure, meaning students in certain states can sit for the CPA and become licensed with only their BBA and two years of relevant work experience. However, even the most driven young accountants will tell you the first years on the job are grueling, even without the added pressure and time commitment of studying for and taking the CPA exam. In contrast, our MAcc students enjoy the time and resources to study, sit for, and pass the CPA exam during the program. With a MAcc, only one year of relevant experience is required for licensure. Many firms even offer  a first-time pass bonus equal to or exceeding MAcc tuition costs.

The UGA Master of Accountancy provides a clear path to a fulfilling career. Our rigorous curriculum prepares you for long-term career success and provides a quicker route to CPA licensure, as evidenced by our strong first-time pass rate. MAcc graduates also tend to advance more quickly to higher levels within their firms as well as finding an easier transition to industry, where an advanced degree is often preferred or required.

Commit to Your Career

Terry’s Master of Accountancy program ranks among the nation’s best, and for good reason — we educate some of the best business minds in the accounting profession. Our graduates consistently boast one of the top 10 CPA pass rates in the country and enjoy a nearly 100% placement rate at some of the world’s top employers. The in-depth knowledge and technical focus of our rigorous curriculum is unmatched, and our graduates are highly recruited.