Master of Accounting (MACC)

In the Master of Accounting (MACC) program at Olin, students develop the skills necessary to enter the growing and dynamic fields of public accounting, corporate accounting, consulting, and financial services.

The MACC degree requires the completion of 33 credits. This includes 16.5 credits of core required courses, 1.5 credits of experiential learning, and 15 credits of electives. Of those 15 credits of electives, 10.5 must be STEM-designated electives. Areas of focus include auditing, taxes, ethical decision making in accounting, and business analysis using financial statements. Experiential courses built into the curriculum allow MACC students to gain hands-on experience.

Three Paths to a MACC Degree

We offer a highly tailored educational experience to ensure students meet and exceed their individual goals.

Traditional Option

This option is designed for students who want to enhance their degree with a summer internship opportunity.

Take three semesters to earn the degree
STEM-designated degree
50% of the credits are elective

Accelerated Option

Our Master of Accounting accelerated option is the fastest path to jumpstarting an accounting career.

Earn the degree in just two semesters
STEM-designated degree
50% of the credits are elective

4 + 1 Option

Current WashU undergrads — in any field of study — can save time and money when they earn an accounting master's on top of their undergraduate degree.

Apply during their junior year
Finish in as little as one semester
STEM-designated degree

Note: Graduates of the MACC program who have completed a standard 120-credit bachelor's degree in accounting may earn the 150 cumulative credits needed to sit for the CPA exam.

Orientation Programs

All Specialized Master’s Programs students kick off their degrees with a multipronged orientation program designed to prepare them for academic, personal and professional success.

Students will participate in various online and in-person orientation activities prior to beginning their fall semester at Olin. SMP Start is a set of online modules that introduce students to the ins and outs of Washington University including policies and procedures, health and wellness, leadership opportunities, and more. SMP Orientation Week includes workshops, events, and cohort overviews including introductions to faculty and advisors. This week is set up to help students with their final preparations before the start of their first semester. Orientation includes career sessions, which serve as catalysts for students to help them get started in their career search. These programs are packed with opportunities for students to bond with their program cohort and to connect with their peers in all of the Specialized Master's Programs.

Students new to the United States may have the opportunity to participate in SMP GO, during which they will acclimate to the Olin Business School culture and strengthen their English and business communication skills.

Simultaneously, students will complete optional online, asynchronous foundation courses to bolster their background and maximize their academic preparation before the start of their degree program.