College of Business
Accounting (M.A.)
College of Business
Accounting (M.A.)
Master of Accountancy at NMSU: Your Path to CPA Success
Advance your career with the AACSB-accredited Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program at New Mexico State University. Designed for ambitious professionals and recent graduates, this program equips you with the advanced knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive accounting landscape.
Admission Deadlines
There are no fixed deadlines*
- Total credits: 30
Delivery Format
In-person
Career Pathways
Graduates of the Master of Accountancy program at NMSU are prepared for diverse and rewarding career opportunities across public accounting, corporate finance, government, and consulting. Here are some of the most common job titles you can pursue:
- Certified public accountant (CPA)
- External auditor
- Tax associate / tax manager
- Audit manager
- Financial analyst
- Chief financial officer (CFO)
- Compliance officer
- Risk management specialist
Degree questions, answered
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Your Future in Accounting Starts Here
Experience a transformative journey with NMSU’s Master of Accountancy program. As a graduate student, you’ll dive deep into advanced accounting concepts while gaining the practical skills and professional connections that set you apart in today’s competitive market.
What You’ll Experience
- Engaging coursework: Explore auditing, taxation, financial reporting, and data analytics through real-world case studies and collaborative projects.
- CPA exam preparation: Benefit from a built-in CPA review course designed to help you succeed.
- Hands-on learning: Apply your knowledge through internships, networking events, and experiential opportunities.
- Leadership development: Strengthen critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills that employers demand.
- Professional connections: Build relationships with faculty, peers, and industry leaders who will support your career growth.
No GRE Required
We’re removing barriers to graduate education, which is why we don’t require the GRE.
AACSB Accredited
A designation held by less than 6% of business schools in the world.
The Master of Accountancy program (MAcc) is recommended for students wishing to fulfill the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 150-hour education requirement which most states, including New Mexico, have adopted.
Take classes like:
- ACCT 555 Federal Tax Research
- ACCT 564 Financial Accounting Research
- ACCT 559 Ethics and Professionalism in Accounting
- ACCT 510 Technical and Professional Communication for Accountants
- ACCT 544 Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation
- ACCT 560 Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders Advanced
Consideration for admission to the MAcc program is dependent on an applicant's undergraduate record. The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) is also required, unless the student meets one of the GMAT waiver conditions listed below:
- The student graduated with an undergraduate degree in accounting from a U.S. AACSB accredited business school with at least a 3.25 GPA overall and a 3.25 GPA in their upper division accounting courses; or
- The student is a graduate of NMSU's undergraduate accounting program with at least a 3.25 GPA overall and a 3.0 GPA in core upper division accounting classes; or
- The student holds a recognized professional accounting credential (such as a CPA, CMA, CIA, CFE); or
- The student holds a post baccalaureate degree (such as an MBA, MS, MA, JD) from an approved, U.S. AACSB-accredited university with a minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate course work.
In addition to the entrance requirements, an applicant's GPA in accounting prerequisites must be at least 3.0. For those students not receiving their undergraduate accounting degree at NMSU, it is expected that substantially all the accounting prerequisite classes be from a U.S. AACSB accredited business school or the application will need to be approved by the MAcc Admissions Committee. In this case, the Admissions Committee may require that some of these prerequisite courses be retaken at a U.S. AACSB institution such as NMSU.
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Scholarships and Financial Aid
At NMSU, we strive to offer competitively priced tuition to keep your tuition costs affordable. If you need financial aid, we’re ready to work with you to determine the best ways to finance your education.
Financial assistance includes loans, grants, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, use NMSU’s convenient Scholar Dollar$ one-stop scholarship application, which serves all students in the NMSU system.
NMSU students are also eligible for loans and grants. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about financial aid opportunities at NMSU.
Contact Financial Aid
Phone: 1-888-729-6678
Email: financialaid@nmsu.edu
Accreditation
New Mexico State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialized accreditation from other accrediting agencies is also granted for some programs. NMSU’s accreditation ensures that your education meets high-quality standards and that your credits are transferable.