Start your accounting career one step ahead
Boise State Online
ONLINE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTANCY
Build on your accounting degree with advanced expertise that prepares you for the CPA exam, career advancement and the evolving demands of the profession.
Boise State’s 30-credit, AACSB-accredited program goes beyond undergraduate accounting coursework, with advanced study in tax, audit, financial reporting and accounting analytics. Complete your degree 100% online in as few as 12 months while developing the technical expertise and professional judgment employers value.
Don’t have a bachelor’s degree in accounting? Boise State also offers a Foundations pathway to help qualified students transition into the field.
100% online
Complete your degree in as few as 12 months
15% off scholarship available
Boise State Accreditation
Less than 6% of business schools worldwide earn AACSB International accreditation — the hallmark of excellence in business education.
Among The Top In The Nation
U.S. News and World Report has ranked Boise State Online’s MSA at #68 in the nation for Best Online Master’s in Business Programs.
Choose the path that fits your background
Boise State offers two online pathways so you can begin the program with the preparation that fits your experience.
Online Master of Science in Accountancy
Who it's for
Students who already hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting and have completed required business and accounting prerequisites.
Program details
- 30 credit accelerated program
- 100% online coursework
- Complete in as few as 12 months full time
- Designed for professionals seeking CPA preparation and career advancement
Online Master of Science in Accountancy, Foundations
Who it’s for
Students who want to transition into accounting but don’t hold an undergraduate degree in the field.
Program details
- Includes foundational accounting coursework within the graduate program
- 100% online coursework
- Prepares you to pursue CPA licensure while earning your master’s degree
The Foundations pathway allows you to build the accounting knowledge required for graduate study without needing to enroll at multiple institutions.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
July
15
Classes start in August
Dec.
1
Classes start in January
April
15
Classes start in May
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*If considering an academic program that leads to a professional license or certification that will be used outside of Idaho, it is highly recommended that you first seek guidance from the appropriate licensing agency in your state before beginning the academic program. Some online programs may not be available in all states, or may not be designed to prepare a student for state specific professional licensure outside of Idaho.
The Career Advantage of a Master’s Degree
Enter the workforce prepared.
Today’s accountants are expected to analyze complex information, apply accounting standards and exercise professional judgment earlier in their careers.
Graduate-level coursework helps you develop these skills before you need them on the job:
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Advanced financial analysis
- Application of accounting standards and regulations
- Professional judgment and decision-making
You’ll enter your next role prepared to contribute at a higher level.
Prepare For The CPA Exam While You’re Still In Study Mode
Graduate study lets you deepen your accounting knowledge while preparing for the CPA exam and balancing work responsibilities.
Boise State’s online MSA helps you build on your undergraduate education, connect advanced coursework with CPA exam topics and maintain your academic momentum. Our graduates consistently achieve CPA exam pass rates above national averages.
Develop Expertise In Areas Employers Need Most
Undergraduate accounting programs typically introduce students to core concepts. Boise State’s online MSA allows you to go deeper in areas that organizations increasingly rely on.
Invest In Your Long-Term Career
A master’s degree in accountancy is a credential you carry throughout your career. Advanced accounting expertise can support progression into leadership and specialized roles and expand opportunities across public accounting, corporate finance, government and nonprofit organizations.
You’ll also strengthen analytical and problem-solving skills that remain valuable as technology, regulations and the accounting profession evolve.
Taxation
Explore advanced tax planning, corporate taxation and regulatory analysis that build stronger technical expertise.
Advanced audit and forensics
Develop the skills needed to evaluate financial risk, investigate irregularities and apply professional judgment in complex situations.
Information systems and controls
Learn how accounting data flows through modern organizations and how professionals evaluate financial systems, internal controls and reporting processes.
Connect with us
Didn't find what you were looking for? Contact our enrollment and student success team for support by emailing us at OnlineMSA@boisestate.edu, calling (208) 426-5921 or texting (208) 510-0198.
Hear From One of Our Students
Boise State Online
Online Master of Science in Accountancy
Build on your accounting degree with advanced expertise that prepares you for the CPA exam, career advancement and the evolving demands of the profession.
Boise State’s 30-credit, AACSB-accredited program goes beyond undergraduate accounting coursework, with advanced study in tax, audit, financial reporting and accounting analytics. Complete your degree 100% online in as few as 12 months while developing the technical expertise and professional judgment employers value.
Don’t have a bachelor’s degree in accounting? Boise State also offers a Foundations pathway to help qualified students transition into the field.
Hear from student Maggie Dykzeul about how Boise State's online Master of Science in Accountancy gave her the flexibility she needed to grow in her career and achieve her goals.
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