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Accounting (BS)

Bachelor of Science
Marymount University

Students earning a Bachelor of Science in accounting degree will gain both a breadth of knowledge in core business fields as well as the depth of knowledge in accounting required for them to successfully enter the professional accounting field. Students will complete a 58-credit interdisciplinary business core that provides an overview of the primary business functions and 24 credits of specialized accounting coursework. This program of study seeks to prepare students to be qualified to sit for the CPA exam, which is a credential required by accounting firms for managerial positions in the field.


Program Credit Requirements
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Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a release during 2023

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
  • Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
  • View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
If you are interested in the cost of attending this institution, please visit the institution's cost page to review costs
Applicable Admissions Agreements
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The table below lists admissions agreements between Marymount University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.

Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Web Page
External Link
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Delivery Mode
Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Is This Degree Right For Me?
What Should I Consider 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 Marymount University within your first year via College Connect
Are there other program requirements beyond specific courses?
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Program Successes & Highlights
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 Completion of a transfer-oriented associates degree program will fulfill the majority of the university's Liberal Arts Core (general education) requirements but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites for the major. Students will be required to complete a designated theology course at Marymount. Marymount also accepts the UCGS and Passport programs to meet Liberal Arts Core requirements.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning Marymount participates in a number of programs that award credit to students for achievement or work experience. See Other Credit-Acquisition Opportunities in our university catalog (https://marymount.edu/catalogs/) for more information.
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: Marymount University
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
External Link
Transfer Admission Application
marymount.edu/transfer
Transfer Students - Apply Here
Transfer Student Aid
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Number of Transfer Students
245
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? At Marymount, we understand that the path to a four-year degree is not always straigh. Deciding to transfer is a big decision, and Marymount is here to help. As a transfer-friendly university, we offer transfer visit days and an online database to check which of your credits will transfer. We encourage you to visit campus to learn why more than 250 students transfer to Marymount annually. With transfer merit scholarships and guaranteed housing for transfer strudent, we invite you to connect with our team to learn more about our inclusive community in Arlington, Virginia.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Students apply as a regular transfer applicant
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. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration - Spec in Business Information TechAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-Year
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Business ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-Year
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Management - Small Business Management SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-Year
Norfolk State UniversityBachelor of Science in AccountancyBachelorBachelor of Science4-Year
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management - Project Management SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management - Digital Marketing SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-Year
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Business ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-Year
Richard Bland CollegeAssociate of Science-Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-Year
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-Year
Radford UniversityBBA in AccountingBachelorBachelor of Business Administration4-Year
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-Year
Old Dominion UniversityAccounting-BSBABachelorBS in Business Admin.4-Year
Eastern Mennonite UniversityBachelor of Science AccountingBachelorBachelor of Science4-Year
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-Year
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Science - Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Science2-Year
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-Year
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Business Administration, Major in AccountingBachelorBachelor of Business Administration4-Year
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in AccountingAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Business ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences in Business Administration AssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-Year
Eastern Shore Community CollegeBusiness AdministrationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-Year
The University of Virginia's College at WiseBachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management, Major in AccountingBachelorBachelor of Arts4-Year
The University of Virginia's College at WiseBachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management, Major in AccountingBachelorBachelor of Science4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityAccounting, Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-Year
Germanna Community CollegeBusiness Administration Associate of Arts & Sciences DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-Year
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAccounting, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Northern Virginia Community CollegeBusiness Management, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Northern Virginia Community CollegeBusiness Administration, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-Year
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
13-2011.00Accountants and AuditorsExamine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-2022.00Appraisers of Personal and Business PropertyAppraise and estimate the fair value of tangible personal or business property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment. May also appraise land.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-2031.00Budget AnalystsExamine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
25-1011.00Business Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
13-2041.00Credit AnalystsAnalyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decisionmaking.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-2061.00Financial ExaminersEnforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-2054.00Financial Risk SpecialistsAnalyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-2081.00Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue AgentsDetermine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-2082.00Tax PreparersPrepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.Business and Financial Operations Occupations