Master of Science in Accounting
Regis University's Master of Science in Accounting degree is designed to allow career-oriented adults and accounting professionals to complete their entire M.S. in Accounting degree online or on-campus, whichever format best fits their lifestyle.
In the past several years, accounting fraud at some of the nation's most notable corporations has changed the face of the accounting industry. Significant changes have been made to the regulations surrounding financial reporting of public companies, and the implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act has created an unprecedented demand for accountants and auditors at corporations and accounting firms across the country.
Class Format
- Available in accelerated 8-week terms
- Classroom format is not available in Nevada.
Online 
ClassroomTuition
Classroom-based courses: $770 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $810 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
30 Credit Hours
Want to learn more about Regis University and the Master of Science in Accounting degree program? We are here to help you get started.
- Request an information packet on your degree.
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The Regis CPS campus-based and online M.S. in Accounting degree has a strong foundation in ethics demanded by corporations and accounting licensing bodies. Curriculum focuses on the expanded knowledgebase required of accountants in today's business world, providing Regis CPS students with applicable skills and knowledge in:
- Financial analysis
- Financial accounting
- Auditing
- Understanding new accounting pronouncements
The M.S. in Accounting degree program has been designed to be flexible, allowing students to focus on classes that will support their career goals, rather than restrict them to a "one size fits all" degree. Faculty Advisors work with students to customize their degree plans to fit their goals and special interests, resulting in a well-rounded education that affords our students access to a number of available career paths including the following employment opportunities:
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Cost Accountant
- Financial Analyst
A Path to the CPA Examination
Beyond your preparation within your classes, eligible Regis University CPS graduates who intend to sit for their CPA are offered privileged access to Becker™ CPA Exam Review courses through a $400 partner discount.
The Master of Science in Accounting degree is a ten-course, 30-credit-hour program with an additional seven foundation courses in business and accounting. The foundation courses may be waived with an appropriate demonstrated academic proficiency with the approval of the MS in Accounting Faculty Advisor.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Starts | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | January 9 | March 4 | January 4 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | March 5 | April 29 | February 29 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | May 7 | July 1 | May 2 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | July 2 | August 26 | June 27 |
Required Courses
Foundation Courses/Prerequisites
Transcript evaluation required to determine unmet requirements
- Introductory Financial Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- Introductory Managerial Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- Business or Corporate Finance (3 Credit Hours)
- Marketing (3 Credit Hours)
- Intermediate Accounting I (3 Credit Hours)
- Intermediate Accounting II (3 Credit Hours)
- Auditing Principles and Procedures (3 Credit Hours)
Core Degree Requirements: 6 Credit Hours
- MSAC 601 Ethical and Legal Environment of Business (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAC 602 Interpreting Accounting Information (3 Credit Hours)
Degree Electives: Choose 7 of the following courses (21 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 603 Financial Reporting Policy and Practice (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 605 Advanced Auditing (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 607 Accounting for Not-for-Profit Organizations Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 608 International Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 609 Case Studies in Management Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 610 Controllership (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 611 Tax Influence on Business Decision Making (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 612E-W Seminar in Finance and Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 612P XBRL and Interactive Data (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 614 IT Auditing (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 615 Income Tax Research (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 617 Accounting Systems (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 619 Forensic Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 621 Financial Applications of XBRL and Interactive Data (3 Credit Hours)
Capstone Course: 3 Credit Hours
- MSAC 695 Business Planning and Strategy (3 Credit Hours)
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of a graduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions. Contact your Enrollment Counselor for more information.
| Institution | Degree | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University | Master of Accountancy | 30 | $444 | $13,249 | $26,569 |
| Colorado Technical University* | M.S. in Accounting | 29 | $731 | $50 | $21,259 |
| Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University | Master of Accounting and Financial Management | 44 - 45 | $752 | $2,100 - $2,625 | $35,188 - $36,465 |
| Metropolitan State College of Denver | Master of Professional Accountancy | 30 | $159 | $6,448 | $11,209 |
| Regis University | M.S. in Accounting | 30 | $770 | $75 | $23,175 |
| University of Colorado at Boulder | M.S. in Accounting | 28 - 30 | $747 | $1,129 | $22,045 - $23,539 |
| University of Colorado at Denver | M.S. in Accounting | 30 | $496 | $1,458 | $16,338 |
| University of Denver - Daniels College of Business* | Master of Accountancy | 34 | $1,531 | $536 | $52,602 |
| University of Pheonix | M.S. in Accountancy | 36 | $595 | $1,425 | $22,845 |
*Quarter hours converted to semester.
| Institution | Degree | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaplan University* | M.S. in Accounting | 35 | $658 | $695 | $23,732 |
| Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University | Master of Accounting and Financial Management | 45 | $752 | $2,100 - $2,625 | $35,940 - $36,465 |
| Nova Southeastern University | Master of Accounting | 40 | $740 | $50 | $29,650 |
| Regis University | M.S. in Accounting | 30 | $810 | $75 | $24,375 |
| University of Maryland-University College | M.S. in Accounting and Financial Management | 36 | $659 | $568 | $24,292 |
| University of Maryland-University College | M.S. in Accounting and Information Systems | 36 | $659 | $568 | $24,292 |
| University of Northern Colorado | Master of Accounting | 30 | $445 | $1,826 | $15,176 |
| University of Pheonix | M.S. in Accountancy | 36 | $715 | $1,425 | $27,165 |
| Walden University | M.S. in Accounting and Management | 30 | $805 | $430 | $24,580 |
*Quarter hours converted to semester.
Admission Requirements & Application Deadlines
- Documentation showing two years of full-time significant business related work experience
- Two Online Recommendations from colleagues or supervisors who know your work in a professional setting and are able to give specific information about your abilities and potential. The application system will automatically send an email with a link and instructions on how to submit recommendations directly to Regis.
- Official GMAT score (which must include the Analytical Writing section with minimum score of 3.5) and one Spreadsheet Exercise OR one Admission Essay and one spreadsheet analysis
- The coursework of returning students (whose degree plans have expired) and/or transfer students must have been completed less than 10 years prior to the current admission into the degree program in order to be applied toward degree requirements.
- Completed Online Application Form
- $75 non-refundable application fee (waived for graduates of Regis University)
- Degree-bearing Transcript from a U.S. regionally accredited institution and sent directly to Regis University, CPS Graduate Admissions Office. Also include any transcripts that contain information regarding Undergraduate courses that would meet the prerequisite requirements. Official degree bearing transcript MUST have a print date of within one year of your application date and sent within 30 days from the date of application. Unofficial transcripts may be sent to complete the file for the faculty interview. They must contain: a. student name b. degree awarded and date conferred (if applicable) c. institution name.
- Required Admissions Essay(s)
- Faculty Interview
- Current Résumé
- Additional admission requirements apply to students who are non-U.S. citizens
- Please remember - applications that are incomplete and/or missing information will NOT be processed
| Starts | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | December 27, 2011 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | February 20, 2012 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | April 23, 2012 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | June 18, 2012 |
* Your application file including all requirements, documents and fees, must be completed by the application deadline.
Luka Powanga, Ph.D.
School of Management
"Students attend Regis University CPS to attain a quality education that not only allows them to acquire the functional skills, but extends to developing the whole person capable of making a positive contribution to society. As an instructor, my role is to encourage an exchange of ideas and create a classroom environment that allows the concepts learned in the class to be tested in a real-world environment."