Program Overview

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Bachelor's Degree (BSA) in Accounting

The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is designed for students who enjoy working with numbers, financial analysis, and strategic decision-making. Graduates gain expertise in auditing, tax preparation, and financial reporting, preparing them for careers as accountants, financial analysts, or auditors in fields such as corporate finance, public accounting, and government.

Program Overview

The Von Allmen School of Accountancy offers a comprehensive accounting program that prepares students for a wide array of professional opportunities analyzing key financial data and providing insight for companies to make decisions and formulate strategy.

Accreditation

The Gatton College of Business and Economics has been accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, since 1926. The accounting programs within the Von Allmen School of Accountancy have been accredited by AACSB International since 1988.

Related Careers

The Von Allmen School of Accountancy prepares students for careers in public and private accounting, business and industry, universities, and government. Examples of related careers include:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA): Specialize in auditing, tax preparation, and financial consulting for individuals or organizations.
• Financial Analyst: Analyze financial data to guide investment decisions and business strategies.
• Management Accountant: Work within companies to manage budgets, analyze performance, and inform decision-making.
• Tax Specialist/Consultant: Provide expertise in tax compliance, planning, and strategy for businesses or individuals.
• Auditor: Conduct internal or external audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.
• Forensic Accountant: Investigate financial discrepancies, fraud, and legal disputes involving financial data.
• Controller/Comptroller: Oversee an organization’s accounting operations, including financial reporting and policy compliance.
• Chief Financial Officer (CFO): Lead the financial strategy and operations of a company or organization.

Program Details

• Credit Hours: 120
• Credential: BSA

Admission Requirements

• Official High School Transcript with Pre-College Curriculum: View transcript requirements on the Undergraduate Admission webpage.
• Test Scores (optional): ACT or SAT scores can be submitted but are not required for university admission.

Application Requirements

Completed applications include an official high school transcript, application fee ($50 domestic/$60 international), and optional official ACT/SAT score.

Program Specific Requirements

Students apply and enter this program as "Pre-Accounting" majors. Students are fully admitted to the program when they complete the pre-major requirements.

Application Deadlines

Freshman

• Early Action: 12/01/2025
• Regular Decision: 02/15/2026

Transfer

• Fall Scholarship: 06/15/2026
• Fall: 08/01/2026
• Spring: 11/15/2025
• Summer: 04/15/2026

Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting program includes a combination of technical coursework and real-world application, equipping students with analytical and problem-solving skills. The curriculum includes:

Freshman Year

• Total Freshman Credit Hours: 32-35
  • Fall Semester: 16-19 Credit Hours
    • UKCRCC1: UK Core - Comp. & Comm. I
    • MA 109: COLLEGE ALGEBRA
    • UKCRACR: UK Core - Arts and Creativity
    • UKCRHUM: UK Core - Humanities
    • UKCRSSC: UK Core - Social Sciences
    • UK 101: ACADEMIC ORIENTATION
  • Spring Semester: 16 Credit Hours
    • UKCRCC2: UK Core - Comp. & Comm. II
    • MA 123: ELEM CALC & ITS APPLICS
    • UKCRNPM: UK Core - Natural, Physical and Math
    • UKCRCCC: UK Core - Community, Culture and Citizen
    • UKCRGDY: UK Core - Global Dynamics

Sophomore Year

• Total Sophomore Credit Hours: 31
  • Fall Semester: 16 Credit Hours
    • AN 105: BUSINESS APPLICATIONS OF SPREADSHEETS
    • ACC 200: INTRO ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKERS
    • ECO 201: PRINCIPLES OF ECO I
    • STA 296: STATISTICAL METHODS AND MOTIVATIONS
    • MKT 300: MARKETING MANAGEMENT
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective
  • Spring Semester: 15 Credit Hours
    • ECO 202: PRINCIPLES OF ECO II
    • ACC 201: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
    • MGT 301: INTRODUCTION TO MANAGING ORGANIZATIONS
    • MA 162: FINITE MATH & ITS APPLIC
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective

Junior Year

• Total Junior Credit Hours: 30
  • Fall Semester: 15 Credit Hours
    • ACC 301: INTERMED ACCOUNTING I
    • ACC 424: ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS
    • ECO 391: ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS STATISTICS
    • FIN 300: CORPORATION FINANCE
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective
  • Spring Semester: 15 Credit Hours
    • ACC 302: INTERMED ACCOUNTING II
    • ACC 403 or ACC 407 or ACC 418
    • AN 300: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ANALYTICS
    • CIS 300: STRATEGIC BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL COMM
    • MGT 340: ETHICAL & REG ENVIRONMENTS OF ORGS

Senior Year

• Total Senior Credit Hours: 24
  • Fall Semester: 12 Credit Hours
    • ACC 400 level and above
    • ACC 400 level and above
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective
  • Spring Semester: 12 Credit Hours
    • ACC 475: FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective
    • BE-ACCELE: Elective

Licensure

If you plan to obtain professional licensure outside of Kentucky, please refer to the Licensure page to confirm whether the program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure in your state of interest.