Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science in Accounting

Associate of Applied Science
Piedmont Virginia Community College

The curriculum is designed for persons who seek employment in accounting positions. Individuals who are seeking their first accounting-related position or those presently in the field who are seeking additional knowledge and skills may benefit from this program. Career development for individuals seeking positions such as accounting technician, junior accountant, or accounting trainee. Possible job titles include accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, auditor in the hospitality industry and other entry-level positions requiring accounting skills.The skills may also be useful for those in retail management and entrepreneurs who wish to better manage their cash flows and financial planning.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Piedmont Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting
62
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting
62
PLAN GPA AND RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
62
UNUSED COURSES
62
Plan GPA Requirement for AAS ACCOUNTING
62
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
ACC 211
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BUS 100
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ITE 152
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 154
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ACC 212
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BUS 200
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 112
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ITE 215
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ACC 221
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ACC 261
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BUS 240
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ECO elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ACC 222
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ACC 231
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
FIN 215
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Social Science elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ACC 290
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Humanities elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BUS 220
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Civic Engagement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Credit for Prior Learning https://www.pvcc.edu/credit-prior-learning
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Piedmont Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Admission Application
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
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Transfer Student Catalog Year
First Year Student Catalog Year
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearHybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Bridgewater CollegeBusiness Administration Major - BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Finance (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Management (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeAccounting (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeBusiness - Marketing (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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This program could not be matched to any related careers. Please contact the institution for assistance with matching this program to careers.

Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 62 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science in Accounting at Piedmont Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $169 Per Credit $10,478 $0 $10,478 https://www.pvcc.edu/tuition-fees
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.