Regis University School of Management
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Regis University’s CPS Bachelor of Science in Accounting prepares career-oriented adults and professionals for accounting careers in private businesses, government or nonprofit agencies, and public accounting firms. Our online accounting degree program incorporates the most current technology and accounting techniques while providing a strong foundation in ethical practices.
Class Format
Online 
Classroom- Available in accelerated 5- and 8-week terms
Tuition
Classroom-based courses: $365 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $460 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
Bachelor's Dergee: 128 Credit Hours
Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees: 152 Credit Hours
Related Certificates
- High Performance Management
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Public Administration
- All Undergraduate Certificates
Want to learn more about Regis University and the Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program? We are here to help you get started.
- Request an information packet on your degree.
- Reach an Enrollment Counselor by phone at 1-800-944-7667. Enrollment Counselors are available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MST)
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Our Regis University Enrollment Counselors are here to guide you through the admissions process. You won't find any high-pressure sales tactics at Regis. Most of our counselors are or have been Regis students and they understand your questions and concerns about returning to school.
Congratulations on pursuing your degree! We look forward to helping you.
The Regis CPS Bachelor of Science in Accounting program presents foundational and advanced courses, including:
- General Ledger Bookkeeping
- Financial Planning
- Performance Analysis
- Budgeting
- Managing Controls
- Taxation
- Auditing
Accounting is central to effective management of business enterprises and is a key component in the proper functioning of the free market system. The Accounting degree from Regis CPS equips adult students like you with analytical and quantitative skills, while incorporating the Jesuit commitment to service and ethical financial practices.
When you graduate from the Regis CPS Accounting program, you can take your accounting careers in any direction with any size company—from a sole practitioner or small practice, to a multinational firm, within both the private and public sectors.
Who should enroll in the Regis CPS Bachelor of Science in Accounting program?
The Regis CPS Bachelor of Science classroom-based and online accounting degree program suits you, the busy professional, offering flexibility and convenience.
The Bachelor of Science in Accounting CPA Track (150 credits) enables adult students like you to complete an undergraduate degree in Accounting, including 15 credits of graduate studies to earn a Master’s Certificate in Accounting, plus seven additional credits to meet state CPA exam requirements*. Regis University CPS offers one of the few adult accounting programs that allows students to meet the minimum educational requirements set by the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants. Regis University CPS graduates are also among the most successful in Colorado when it comes to passing the CPA Exam.
The Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program lays the foundation for you to continue your adult student education in our Regis MBA program or through other graduate degrees from our Regis CPS School of Management.
A Faster Path to Success Through Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees
Regis University's School of Managment offers Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees, enabling you to complete both degree programs in only 152-credit hours by:
- Planning early for the Master’s portion of your education
- Allowing two Graduate courses to be counted toward your Undergraduate degree
- Making more efficient use of your credit requirements and tuition dollars
- Learn more about program requirements and additional admissions information
Flexible Learning Formats That Fit Your Lifestyle
Regis University CPS offers courses in the classroom, online, and as Guided Independent Study (GIS). Our accelerated 5- and 8-week course formats will put you on the fast track to earning your degree.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 - 2009 | October 19 | December 13 | October 14 |
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | March 7 | January 7 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | March 8 | May 2 | March 4 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | July 4 | May 5 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | July 5 | August 29 | June 30 |
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 - 2009 | September 28 | November 1 |
| Fall 3 - 2009 | November 2 | December 6 |
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | February 14 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | February 15 | March 21 |
| Spring 3 - 2010 | March 22 | April 25 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | June 13 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | June 14 | July 18 |
| Summer 3 - 2010 | July 19 | August 22 |
Required Courses
Total Degree Requirements (128 Credit Hours)
Core Studies Requirements (45 Credit Hours)
- Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- English Composition (3 Credit Hours)
- Advanced Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- Literature/Humanities (6 Credit Hours)
- Global Issues (6 Credit Hours)
- Social Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
- Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
- Natural Sciences (3 Credit Hours)
- Philosophy (6 Credit Hours)
- Religious Studies (6 Credit Hours)
Foundational Courses (30 Credit Hours)
- AC 320A Principles of Accounting I (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 320B Principles of Accounting II (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 410A Intermediate Accounting I* (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 410B Intermediate Accounting II* (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 410C Intermediate Accounting III* (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 440 Cost Accounting* (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 381 Legal Environment of Business (3 Credit Hours)
- EC 320 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
- EC 330 Principles of Microeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
- MT 270 Introduction to Statistics (3 Credit Hours)
* Lower division course work acceptable in transfer.
Upper Division Requirements (24 Credit Hours)
- AC 420 Advanced Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 450A Income Tax Accounting I (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 450B Income Tax Accounting II (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 460 Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 480 Auditing Principles and Procedures (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 493A Accounting Theory and Research (3 Credit Hours)
- AC 493B Senior Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 495E Ethical Decision Making in Business (3 Credit Hours)
Students preparing for the CPA Exam should complete the following 12 credit hours:
- FIN 400 Business Finance (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 481A Business Law I (3 Credit Hours)
- Upper Division Business, Economics or Accounting Electives (6 Credit Hours)
Minor (Optional) (0 or 12 Credit Hours)
General Electives (17 or 29 Credit Hours)
Twenty-nine elective credit hours of general academic courses are required if a minor is not chosen. Technical credits may be used to meet this requirement.
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of an undergraduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $365 | $50 | $11,000 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr.hr.) | $18,300 |
| Colorado Christian University | 128 | $697 avg. ($10,450 per semester/12-17 credit hrs.) | $180 | $21,080 (2 semesters) |
| Colorado State University 1 | 120 | $3,431/15 hrs. appx. $228/hr. | $2,578/15 hrs. | $12,098 |
| DeVry University | 124 (BSBA) | $550 (1-11 cr./$330 for 12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,790 |
| Metro State College of Denver | 120 | $2,445/15 hrs (appx. $163/hr.) | $1,182 | $5,678 |
| University of Colorado-Colorado Springs | 120 (BS in Business) | $2902 | $893 | $8700 appx. + appl. fees. |
| University of Phoenix3 | 120 | $375 | $3,400 | $12,100 |
1Does not include COF Stipend
2Varies by student classification. College opportunity fund stipend ($68/cr.) may be deducted if received.
3Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $460 | $50 | $13,850 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr. hr.) | $18,300 |
| Capella University1 | 121 | $485 | $325 | $14,875 |
| CSU (Colorado State University) Global Campus | 120 | $299 | $25 | $8,995 |
| Colorado Technical University | 121 | $490 | $50 | $14,750 |
| DeVry University | 124 | $525 (1-11cr.); $330 (12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,130 |
| Jones International University | 120 | $475 | $2760 | $14,960 |
| Kaplan University1 | 121 | $523 | $795 | $15,940 |
| Nova Southeastern University | 120 | $540 | $1,800 | $16,200 |
| University of Maryland- University College |
120 | $499 | $1,060 | $15,610 |
| University of Phoenix2 | 120 | $5302 | $3,4002 | $16,7502 |
| Walden University1 | 121 | $380 | $480 | $11,540 |
1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours
2Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
Admission Requirements
Submitting an application is the first step toward achieving your personal and professional goal of earning a Bachelor's degree. Students with prior college credit, military credit, professional licenses or certificates, or several years of work experience may be able to translate this experience directly into college credit.
An enrollment counselor will help evaluate your prior learning credit, provide valuable information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance, recommend programs and classes, and help you get started with the application process.
Materials Needed for Application and Admission
- Completed Online Undergraduate Application Form.
- $50.00 nonrefundable application fee (waived for previous Regis University students).
- Writing Skills Placement Essay.
- If you have never attended college, request official high school or GED transcripts, to be sent directly to the CPS Undergraduate Office of Admissions.
- Document you have at least 3 years of full-time work experience after high school. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may submit a letter of appeal to the Dean of Undergraduate Programs.
- Provide prior college official transcripts within 30 days from the start of first class (or official high school or GED transcripts).
- Additional admission requirements apply to international students who are non-U.S. citizens.
*As of August 2009, CPA licensure in the State of New York will be required to have 150 credits of qualifying courses, up from the 120 that was previously required.
