Bachelor's-MS in Accounting
Get a head start on your education and career with a dual degree in accounting
Today’s global economy, changing regulations and tighter integration across key business functions have created an unprecedented demand for skilled accountants. Sacred Heart’s Bachelor’s-Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) 4+1 Dual Degree program allows incoming first-year students the opportunity to complete an undergraduate and a graduate degree in five years.
The dual degree program will prepare you to be the accounting professional that high-powered organizations seek. Sacred Heart’s program helps students prepare for the new CPA model and meet the needs of businesses to hire skilled accountants.
Combined with advisement from their undergraduate academic advisor, participation in activities offered by the Welch College of Business & Technology and participation in activities offered by the Accounting program provide strong support toward successful progression into graduate study.
Students in the MSA Dual Degree Program earn a bachelor’s degree and a Master of Science in accounting degree in five years. Students complete the bachelor’s degree in the traditional four-year time frame and complete one year of graduate study in the MSA program, earning both the bachelor’s degree and the master’s degree within five years. This option is open to students in the following undergraduate majors: Accounting, Business Economics or Finance.
Dual degree students pursuing the MSA degree may complete up to six credits toward their graduate degree during their undergraduate studies. These credits count toward both the undergraduate and the graduate degrees. Students, therefore, save on the cost of graduate tuition as these credits are included in the cost of the full-time undergraduate tuition.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Sacred Heart University boasts a strong placement rate of 98%, with most graduates finding employment or enrolling in graduate school within six months of graduation. The University's Center for Career & Professional Development assists students with finding jobs and internships, while resources like Interstride help international students find opportunities, connect with employers, and navigate visa sponsorships.
Career & Professional Development Resources
Center for Career & Professional Development:
Provides support to students for finding career opportunities and continued professional growth after graduation.
Interstride:
A portal designed to help students find jobs and internships, network with other students, and find immigration and career support, particularly for international students.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualifications
High School Diploma:
You must have completed a high school degree or its equivalent, representing the final 12 years of formal education.
Transcripts:
You need to provide official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary schools you attended.
While SAT/ACT scores are optional, a strong academic record and GPA are critical, with most admitted students having a GPA of 3.4 or higher.
English Language Proficiency
Required Tests:
Proof of English proficiency is necessary for international students. Accepted tests and minimum scores include:
TOEFL (iBT): 80
IELTS (Academic): 6.5
Duolingo: 110
PTE: 62
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 05 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
260450 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD