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4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
Florida State UniversityThis program at Florida State University’s College of Business prepares students for professional success in public accounting, corporate finance, internal auditing, tax advisory, and beyond. This versatile degree blends a comprehensive accounting curriculum with a robust foundation in business disciplines such as finance, analytics, and management. Courses are taught by industry-savvy faculty and shaped by an advisory board of business leaders to ensure contemporary relevance.
The program also serves as a launchpad for CPA licensure, with the required fifth-year credits achievable through FSU’s Master of Accounting (MAcc). Students benefit from structured academic maps, internship support, and professional networking events like Meet the Firms. Admission to the upper-division accounting major is competitive and requires completion of key prerequisite courses and a minimum GPA (2.5).
Course Overview:
Lower-Division Prerequisites (with minimum grade requirements):
ACG 2021: Introduction to Financial Accounting (B or better)
ACG 2071: Introduction to Managerial Accounting (B or better)
CGS 2100 or CGS 2518: Computer Applications for Business
MAC 2233: Business Calculus
ECO 2013 & ECO 2023: Macroeconomics and Microeconomics
STA 2023: Business Statistics
Upper-Division Accounting Core:
ACG 3101, 3111 & 4201: Financial Accounting & Reporting I–III
ACG 3341: Cost Accounting
ACG 4401: Accounting Information Systems
ACG 4632: Auditing Theory and Application I
TAX 4001 & TAX 4011: Federal Tax Accounting I & II
BUL 3351: UCC and Law for Accountancy
Business Core:
FIN 3244: Financial Management
QMB 3200: Quantitative Methods
MAN 4720: Strategic Management
Additional business electives and general education courses
Internship placements through Career Center and College of Business
Student organizations: Beta Alpha Psi, ALPFA, NABA, Women in Accounting
Meet the Firms and speaker series for real-world insights
Combined BS/MAcc pathway to streamline CPA eligibility
Scholarship opportunities specifically for accounting majors
Many students pursue the Master of Accounting (MAcc) to meet CPA licensure requirements
Strong recruiting partnerships with Big Four firms, banks, consulting firms, and federal agencies
CPA eligibility requires 150 credit hours; BS provides the academic foundation
FSU offers advising and mentoring to assist with graduate school or job placement
FSU accounting grads are in high demand, with top placement outcomes across sectors
IELTS Academic: minimum score of 7TOEFL: a minimum score of 600 on the paper-based test and 100 on the internet-based test (FSU institution code 5219)Final Report RequiredFirst-Year applicants must complete the Self-reported Student Academic Record (SSAR)Use a copy of your transcript while completing your SSAR because all admitted students are required to submit final and official transcripts that match the coursework listed on the SSAR. You should report your senior schedule and grades that have not been awarded yet as "IP – In Progress."Application to be done through Common AppAll first-year applicants are automatically considered for merit awards when admitted. Funding is limited, so students are encouraged to apply early to receive priority scholarship consideration.Self-report all ACT, CLT, and/or SAT test scores, Link your Self-Reported Student Academic Record (SSAR), Upload your essay and resume/list of activities, and Complete the Residency Declaration form.Common App personal essay requiredThis college does not use a writing supplement for any additional writing requirements.Document Deadlines: Early Action (Florida students only) November 8, Regular Decision (All students) December 8, Rolling Decision (All students) March 8Decision Release: Early Action (Florida students only) December 12, Regular Decision (All students) February 13, Rolling Decision (All students) is Released on a rolling basis beginning early AprilFSU does not accept self-reported test scores from the Common App. Students should self-report their test scores on the Application Status Check using the Self-reported Test Scores form.Public accountantauditortax consultantcontrollerfinancial plannerinternal revenue agentforensic accountantbusiness consultant
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