Colleges with Accounting Degree Programs in Arkansas

Arkansas Accounting Degrees Online and On-Campus

School Level Program Admissions
Maryville University Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Graduate in as few as 2.5 years. No residencies or standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) required.
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Maryville University Master Master of Science in Accounting
Earn your Master of Science in Accounting online from Maryville University in as few as 12 months. Prepare to take the CPA exam and advance into financial leadership roles.
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Methodist University Bachelor Online Bachelor's in Accounting
100% online, ACBSP accredited, Application Fees Waived!
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There are 109 accounting degree programs in Arkansas in our directory (24 Associates, 42 Bachelors, 17 Masters, and 4 Doctorate).

Many of the major colleges and universities across the state of Arkansas offer strong accounting education opportunities with an accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Having this designation represents a strong curriculum that meets high standards set by the organization to prepare future graduates for their career in the field of accounting and taxation.

AACSB-Accredited Accounting Programs in Arkansas

Nine institutions within the state have been designated with AACSB accreditation. They can be found at Arkadelphia, Conway, Fayetteville, Jonesboro, Little Rock, and Magnolia. For further flexibility when gaining a higher education degree, consider taking online courses that are available at a handful of schools.

School Level Program Admissions
Concordia University - Saint Paul Bachelor Online Bachelor’s in Accounting
Students can prepare for the certified public accountant (CPA) and certified management accountant (CMA) exams.
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The University of Texas Permian Basin Bachelor BBA in Accounting
AACSB-accredited, Online, Affordable Tuition.
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The University of Texas Permian Basin Master MBA in Accounting
AACSB-accredited, Ranked 2nd Most Affordable Online MBA by Fortune, CPA and Non-CPA Tracks, Complete in as little as four semesters.
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Seton Hall University Master Online Master of Science in Accounting
AACSB Accredited. Can be completed in 18 months.
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Arizona State University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
AACSB accredited, program will help prepare you to sit for Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification and Certified Management Accountant (CMA®) certification.
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Are there online accounting degree programs in Arkansas?

Yes, here is our list of some of the top online accounting degrees in Arkansas.

School Level Program
Harding University Master Online Masters in Business Administration
John Brown University Master Online Masters in Business Administration
Lyon College Master Online Masters in Business Administration

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University of Arkansas - Master of Accountancy

The Sam M. Walton College of Business offers two versions of their MAcc program. The standard process takes 30 credit hours and can be completed in one year for students that have proper education in a business discipline. Students with a different background can still apply for the program if they have shown exemplary work in their field, but they will need an additional one or two semesters. Specializations to choose from include Audit, Industry, and Tax. Elective credits can be transferred into the program, but all accounting courses must be taken at the University of Arkansas.

Another path is the Integrated MAcc, which fuses the Bachelor's and Master's degree in accounting and students can complete this program in a span of five years with graduate courses beginning the senior year. They will also be guaranteed to meet the requirements to complete the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. Admission requirements for the program include GMAT scores, the application with fee, updated resume for full-time students, official transcripts, an essay detailing long-term goals and how the program will help professionally, and three letters of recommendation.

Arkansas State University - Master of Accountancy

Students can pursue the MAcc program through the Neil Griffin College of Business. 30 credit hours are needed to fulfill the degree, with an additional 12 credit hours for those that do not have a background within business or accounting and need to complete foundational courses. Prerequisite topics include business finance, micro and macroeconomics, business law, business statistics, various levels of intermediate accounting, auditing, and individual income tax. None of these courses, if needed to be completed within the program, will count toward the graduate GPA.

The program will culminate with a capstone project, Seminar in Financial Accounting Theory, where students will complete a written assignment and present their findings. This course will need to passed with at least a B grade. Completing this program and holding a Bachelor's degree in the field of accounting will prepare graduates for the CPA exam. The accelerated version of the program is available to ASU undergraduates who can transfer over 12 credit hours with the following courses: Advanced Accounting and International Issue, Tax Accounting II, Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting, and Advanced Cost.

School Level Program Admissions
The University of Texas Permian Basin Master MBA in Accounting Website
Seton Hall University Master Online Master of Science in Accounting Website
Arizona State University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Website
University of New Haven Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Accounting Website
University of New Haven Master Master of Science in Accounting Website
Georgetown University Master Online Master of Science in Finance Website
Seton Hall University Master Online MBA - Accounting Website
Syracuse University Master Online M.S. in Accounting Website
American University Master Online Master of Arts in Economics Website
Aurora University Bachelor BA in Business Adminsitration Website
University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management Master Online Master of Business Taxation Website
University of Scranton Master Online Master of Accountancy Website

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Online Master of Accounting Programs in Arkansas

University of Central Arkansas – Master of Accountancy

The MAcc program offered by UCA will prepare students for the CPA exam, and they now offer a hybrid version of their curriculum that totals 10 courses (three credit hours each). Required courses will meet for one 75-minute session each week and the maximum amount of meetings will be twice per week. Some electives can be taken completely online. Students that do not have the equivalent credit from an undergraduate course will need to take the following: Governmental/Non-Profit Organizations, Advanced Accounting, and Advanced Income Tax. The rest of the courses will be completed with electives.

In order to get into the program, prospective students should hold a Bachelor’s degree within the field of accounting and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 or higher. GPA can also be at 3.0 within the last 60 hours of coursework, or they have an accounting GPA of 2.7 or higher. They must submit GMAT or GRE scores, but this can be waived if one of the following is met: completing and passed the CPA exam, having a 3.2 GPA or higher, or they already hold a Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.

Southern Arkansas University – Master of Business Administration

Students can take the MBA program through the Rankin College of Business on campus or online. The program is able to provide plenty of flexibility with night courses as well, but not all core and elective courses will have these options, and some will be determined based on demand.

The curriculum will stretch out to various topics in economics, management, and financing, but direct accounting courses consist of Accounting for Decision Making, Special Topics in Accounting, and Managerial Finance. In order to get into the program, students will need to have prerequisites in the subjects of business finance, accounting principles, microeconomics, organization theory, and statistics.

Arkansas Accountant Careers and Salary Information

Arkansas lies just below the median average salary for accountants and auditors with $67,700 based on information from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Employment level also falls in the same category with over 7,200 workers in the field. In comparison, tax collectors and revenue agents are paid around $55,670 on an annual basis, which is larger in comparison to many neighboring states around them, including Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Top Arkansas Accounting Firms

Walmart’s headquarters in Bentonville provides many opportunities for auditors and accountants. An internal audit manager will oversee processes and create reports based on their findings. They will go into detail on any weaknesses they see, fraudulent issues, and any optimization methods that should be implemented. Managers may also create a team to complete various auditing projects and they will work with them to follow procedures and how they can interpret their findings.

Online Accounting Degrees Accepting Applicants

School Level Program Admissions
Maryville University Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Accounting Website
Maryville University Master Master of Science in Accounting Website
Methodist University Bachelor Online Bachelor's in Accounting Website
Concordia University - Saint Paul Bachelor Online Bachelor’s in Accounting Website
The University of Texas Permian Basin Bachelor BBA in Accounting Website
The University of Texas Permian Basin Master MBA in Accounting Website
Seton Hall University Master Online Master of Science in Accounting Website
Arizona State University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Website
University of New Haven Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Accounting Website
University of New Haven Master Master of Science in Accounting Website
Georgetown University Master Online Master of Science in Finance Website
Seton Hall University Master Online MBA - Accounting Website
Syracuse University Master Online M.S. in Accounting Website
American University Master Online Master of Arts in Economics Website
Aurora University Bachelor BA in Business Adminsitration Website
University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management Master Online Master of Business Taxation Website
University of Scranton Master Online Master of Accountancy Website
Fairleigh Dickinson University Master Master of Science in Accounting Website

Schools with Accounting Degrees in Arkansas

Arkansas Northeastern College

Blytheville AR
  • Associates in Business Administration

Arkansas State University-Beebe

Beebe AR
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Computerized Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration

Arkansas State University-Main Campus

State University AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville AR
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Black River Technical College

Pocahontas AR
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Accounting Administration

Crowleys Ridge Technical Institute

Forrest City AR
  • Associates in Business Technology

Harding University

Searcy AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Online Masters in Business Administration

Henderson State University

Arkadelphia AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Administration

Hendrix College

Conway AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in General Accounting

John Brown University

Siloam Springs AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Online Masters in Business Administration

Lyon College

Batesville AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Online Masters in Business Administration

National Park Community College

Hot Springs AR
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Accounting Administration
  • Certificate in information systems

North Arkansas College

Harrison AR
  • Associates in Business Administration

Ouachita Baptist University

Arkadelphia AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Ouachita Technical College

Malvern AR
  • Associates in Business Management
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Management
  • Certificate in Business Technology
  • Certificate in General Accounting

Ozarka College

Melbourne AR
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Certificate in Business Management
  • Certificate in General Accounting

Pulaski Technical College

North Little Rock AR
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Technology
  • Certificate in General Accounting

South Arkansas Community College

El Dorado AR
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Associates in Economics
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Administration

Southeast Arkansas College

Pine Bluff AR
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Certificate in Business Technology

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Magnolia AR
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Management
  • Certificate in Business Taxation
  • Certificate in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Taxation
  • Masters in General Accounting

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Monticello AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville

Batesville AR
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Finance
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Accounting Administration
  • Certificate in Finance

University of Arkansas Community College-Hope

Hope AR
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Certificate in Business Technology
  • Certificate in General Accounting

University of Arkansas Main Campus

Fayetteville AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Doctorate in Business Management
  • Doctorate in Economics
  • Doctorate in Finance
  • Doctorate in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Economics
  • Masters in General Accounting

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Fort Smith AR
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Certificate in Business Technology

University of Central Arkansas

Conway AR
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in General Accounting

University of the Ozarks

Clarksville AR
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

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