MS Accounting (Online) at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

Isenberg's 100 percent online MS in Accounting is AACSB accounting-accredited and ranked first in the Northeast by U.S. News & World Report (2026). It offers a Professional Track for students with an accounting undergraduate degree and a Transitions Track for students from other backgrounds.

Faculty: Isenberg School of Management | Department: Isenberg Accounting | Study mode: online | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Team-based, hands-on coursework in accounting and auditing; the Transitions Track begins with foundational courses before advanced concepts. The curriculum fulfils the educational requirements for CPA licensure in Massachusetts.

Career pathways

Isenberg reports an average starting salary of $93,000 and 98% of graduates hired within 6 months, in roles including CFO, tax accountant, forensic accountant and financial analyst.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Evaluated on academic history, motivation and aptitude, and professional experience; work experience is not required. Personal statement, resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation (any mix of professional and academic). GMAT/GRE only at the Program Director's request (for example, undergraduate GPA below 3.0 with a bachelor's degree completed within 1-2 years). International applicants whose native language is not English must submit TOEFL (minimum combined 100 for tests before January 2026, 5 on the new scale for tests from January 2026), IELTS Academic 7, Duolingo 120 or PTE Academic 68; scores are not superscored. F-1 and J-1 visa holders are not eligible because the programme is fully online. Deadlines: Priority June 1/Final August 1; Priority October 1/Final November 30; Priority February 1/Final April 1.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

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