{"id":7200,"date":"2025-09-22T13:57:12","date_gmt":"2025-09-22T17:57:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/?post_type=program-page&#038;p=7200"},"modified":"2025-11-26T13:19:57","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T18:19:57","slug":"bs-accounting","status":"publish","type":"program-page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/bs-accounting\/","title":{"rendered":"Accounting"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='program-hero'><div class='top-part'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><div class='content-area'><h1 id=\"content-start\">Accounting<\/h1><p class=\"program-info\"><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?degree_type=bs\">BS<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=major\">Major<\/a><\/p><div class='image-holder'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/092717_accounting-bs-hero.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/092717_accounting-bs-hero.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Three students in businesswear collaborate on a project in front of a multi-monitor setup\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='bottom-part'><div class='wrapper'><div class='content-area'>\n<h2>Ever wonder who keeps the financial world running smoothly?<\/h2>\n<p>From balancing the books to advising on multi-million-dollar business decisions, accountants are the go-to experts for understanding and managing money.<\/p>\n<p>The Bachelor of Science in Accounting at Montclair State University gives you a solid foundation in accounting, business, and finance \u2014 plus the real-world skills to put that knowledge to work. You\u2019ll learn to analyze financial data, prepare and audit reports, interpret tax laws, and provide strategic advice that helps organizations thrive.<\/p>\n<p>You can tailor your degree to your goals, whether that means heading straight into the workforce or joining our 5-year BS\/MS program for an accelerated path to your master\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n<p>This program also prepares you to meet the educational requirements for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam \u2013 the gold standard credential in the field, unlocking higher earning potential and expanded career opportunities. Montclair is proud to partner with Becker to offer access to their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/business\/uworld-cpa-review-course\/\">CPA Review Course<\/a> at no additional cost to you.<\/p>\n<p>With a degree in accounting, you\u2019ll be ready for high-demand careers in public accounting, corporate finance, tax preparation, consulting, and beyond \u2014 in industries ranging from tech and healthcare to nonprofits and government. <a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/accounting-bs\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/portal\/admissions\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/register\/inquire\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><aside><p><strong>Program Format<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=in-person\">In-person<\/a><\/p><p><strong>College or School<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?college=fsb\">Feliciano School of Business<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Area of Study<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?area_of_study=business-mathematics-and-technology\">Business, Mathematics and Technology<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Cost Information<\/strong><br \/>In-state tuition is just <strong>$7,839<\/strong> per semester. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/tuition-and-fees\/undergraduate-costs\/\">Undergraduate Cost of Attendance<\/a><\/p><p><span class='prpl-button full-width'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/admissions\/visit-us\/\">Visit Us<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Alumni Spotlight<\/h2>\n<p>Arriving in the U.S. from Macedonia at age 12, first-generation college graduate Gigi Asani built her future at the Feliciano School of Business. Today, she\u2019s thriving as a Senior Investment Accountant at The Hartford.<\/p>\n<div class='program-testimonial'><div class='image-panel mlt-background-cover'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/accounting-bs-testimonial.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/?f=\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/accounting-bs-testimonial.jpg&amp;type=generic&amp;size=0&amp;scale=1x\" \/><div class=\"video-link-holder\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=o8Z_7S8TNDQ\" class=\"popup-video\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" viewBox=\"0 0 16.933 16.933\"><circle cx=\"8.467\" cy=\"8.467\" r=\"8.467\" style=\"fill:#fff;stroke:none;stroke-width:.3175;fill-opacity:1\"><\/circle><path d=\"m14.931 8.467-7.927 4.576V3.89z\" style=\"fill:currentColor;fill-opacity:1;stroke:none;stroke-width:.3175\" transform=\"matrix(1.15325 0 0 1.15325 -2.99 -1.298)\"><\/path><\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class='content-panel'>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cWhat I love most about The Feliciano School of Business is the endless opportunities that it provides for its students\u2014from career connections to building my confidence and networking skills.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Gigi Asani &#8217;23<\/strong><br \/>\nProgram: BS\/MS in Accounting<br \/>\nCareer: Senior Investment Accountant, The Hartford<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Why Study Accounting at the Feliciano School of Business?<\/h2>\n<p>At Montclair\u2019s Feliciano School of Business, you\u2019ll go beyond textbooks and learn by doing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hands-on experience:<\/strong> Gain practical skills through internships, co-ops, live case studies, and real consulting projects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Close connections:<\/strong> Small class sizes mean you\u2019ll build strong relationships with classmates, professors, and industry professionals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Expert guidance:<\/strong> Learn from world-class faculty and accomplished business leaders who bring real-world insight into every lesson.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll graduate not only fluent in the language of business but also ready to lead it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column two-fifths\">\n<h2>Take Your Accounting Further<\/h2>\n<p>Montclair\u2019s 5-Year BS\/MS in Accounting lets you earn both your bachelor\u2019s and master\u2019s degrees in less time \u2014 helping you meet CPA requirements sooner and stand out in a competitive job market.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column three-fifths\">\n<p><div class=\"related-program-container\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/ms-accounting\/\" class=\"name\">Accounting<\/a><span class=\"program-info\"><span class=\"program-info\">MS &bull; Master's<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"program-contact-band\"><div class=\"background-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<h2>Questions? We&#8217;re Here to Help.<\/h2>\n<p>If you have any general questions regarding the application process and requirements, please contact Undergraduate Admissions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-card-holder\"><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/admissions\/\">Office of Undergraduate Admissions<\/a><\/p>The office of Undergraduate Admissions will guide you every step of the way on your journey from learning about the University and its offerings, to applying for a program through to acceptance and enrollment.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:msuadm@montclair.edu\">msuadm@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-4444\">973-655-4444<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>Susan A. Cole Hall, Suite 100<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/business\/department-of-accounting-finance\/\">Department of Accounting and Finance<\/a><\/p>Get detailed information about the program itself\u2014from curriculum and faculty expertise to research, internships and career outcomes. A representative from the department can explain how the program connects to your academic and professional goals.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:acctfinc@montclair.edu\">acctfinc@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-4174\">973-655-4174<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin next-steps\">\n\t<div class=\"text-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"prpl-row\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next-steps-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Next Steps<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Wherever you learn\u2014on campus or online\u2014Montclair State University offers the programs, community and support to help you reach your goals. Take the next step today.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/apply-to-montclair-state\/\" class=\"program-sock\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/request-information\/\" class=\"program-sock\">Request Information<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next-steps-right\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Learn on Campus<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Immersive classes, vibrant campus life and hands-on experiences that put you at the center of it all. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality[]=in-person\" class=\"program-sock\">Explore Majors &amp; Minors <\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/red-hawk-life\/\" class=\"program-sock\">The Campus Experience<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Learn Online<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Montclair Online offers the same nationally recognized faculty, engaging coursework and supportive community as our on-campus classes - designed to fit your life. 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