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Accounting Accelerated Master's Program

The Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) in Accounting offers highly qualified students the opportunity to start work on their master's degree while they complete their bachelor's degree.

Fast-Track Your Future with Our Accelerated Master’s Program!

  1. Get a Head Start: Begin taking graduate courses in your senior standing year!
  2. Earn Two Degrees in Four Years: Graduate with both a bachelor’s and a Master of Science in Accounting in just four years. Get ahead faster!
  3. Save Money: Reduce tuition and living costs and start earning a professional salary sooner. You can earn up to 12 graduate credit hours toward a master's degree while paying undergraduate tuition and double count up to 9 credit hours toward fulfilling requirements for both your bachelor's degree and master's degree.
  4. Boost Your Career: A master's degree can help you stand out to employers and unlock top jobs and promotions.
  5. Network and Grow: Connect with your cohort, professors, and industry pros for mentorship and career opportunities. 

The AMP in Accounting is designed so highly qualified students can earn both their bachelor's and master's in a total of four years. During their last (fourth) year, students will be taking the master's program courses and will be eligible to apply for a graduate assistantship. See a sample schedule for the AMP in Accounting.

The Department of Accounting Master's degree program is a solid, analytics- and technology-focused educational program that prepares students for success, whether their goals are to move directly into an accounting career, earn a professional designation, or pursue more graduate work.

Program Eligibility

To qualify for the Accelerated Master's Program in Accounting you must:

  • Be a current undergraduate student majoring in accounting at Ball State
  • Complete at least 75 college credit hours (30 must be from Ball State)
  • Have a minimum of 3.25 cumulative GPA
  • Complete ACC 201 (Principles of Financial Accounting), ACC 202 (Principles of Management Accounting), and ACC 301 (Financial Accounting I)

Application Requirement

Want to Learn More?

Find more information about how the Accelerated Master's Program works, the benefits, and what to expect.

Ready to Apply?

To apply for the AMP option, students must have earned a minimum of 75 credit hours (at least 30 must be earned at Ball State) with an overall GPA of 3.25. Applicants must complete the Graduate School’s application and submit a statement of purpose, a resume, and two letters of recommendation.

Prospective applicants should contact Dr. Sharon Huang for information regarding the Accelerated Master's Program in Accounting.

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