Master of Science in Accountancy

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MSA Program Summary

Earn your MSA from a program with a history of teaching excellence, unmatched CPA pass rate performance, robust career services, and a strong reputation among leading firms. For a closer look at how a Wake Forest MSA can help you launch your career, please schedule a consult .

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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
Open to graduates regardless of major who have a quantitative foundation with an interest in building a career in Accountancy

MSA Curriculum

Cutting-edge analytics focus
Three distinct career tracks: Financial Markets & Transactions (EXCLUSIVE to Wake Forest), Audit Assurance Services, and Tax Consulting
Two and three semester options, with three semester students having a paid internship during the busy season

Total Cost of Attendance Scholarships Guide to Financial Aid

All qualified candidates are assessed for merit and need-based scholarships
No separate scholarship application necessary
Qualified applications submitted earlier receive admission and scholarship award priority

This program benefit allows Wake Forest MSA graduates to return for their MBA and receive course credit that substantially shortens their time in the MBA program.

Gain a head start on earning a Wake Forest MBA
Receive credit for MSA program courses that are substantially equivalent to MBA coursework

Domestic Applicants ⁽¹⁾

Application Available

August 17, 2024

Early App Deadline (nonbinding)

November 1, 2024

Final Application Deadline

August 1, 2025 (for those not requiring foundational coursework)

Enrollment Begins ⁽²⁾

May-August 2025

Domestic applicants include U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents.
If applicable, foundational courses begin in May and June on the Wake Forest campus. Courses begin in August for all other students.

International Applicants ⁽¹⁾

Application Available

August 17, 2024

Early App Deadline (nonbinding)

November 1, 2024

Final Application Deadline (outside US)

April 1, 2025

Final Application Deadline (in US)

May 1, 2025

Enrollment Begins ⁽²⁾

May-August 2025

International students currently living outside the U.S. must meet the April 1 application deadline. International students currently in the U.S. on an F-1 visa can meet the application deadline of May 1 if they require only a SEVIS transfer to extend their visa, and do not require foundational coursework.
If applicable, foundational courses begin in May and June on the Wake Forest campus. Courses begin in August for all other students.

Start My Application Continue My Application MSA Application Checklist (Printable) Application Process

Admissions decisions made on a rolling basis
No separate scholarship application
Qualified applications submitted earlier receive admission and scholarship award priority

MSA Career Outcomes

Wake Forest MSA graduates are making a difference at some of the world’s top companies. Here are a few of their stories.

Living the Dream

Tynan Hamilton, MSA Graduate Senior Accounting Analyst, Disney

As a Senior Accounting Analyst at Disney Music Group, Tynan Hamilton always dreamed of working for the Walt Disney Company and joined their Accounting and Finance Rotation Program shortly after graduation.

Crushing Personal and Professional Goals

Janelle Lewis, MSA Graduate Audit Manager, Deloitte

Janelle Lewis is pursuing personal goals and crushing career milestones as she works as an Audit Manager at Deloitte and has completed a thru-hike of almost 2,200 miles on the Appalachian Trail.

Real Learning for The Real World

Chantal Mosley, MSA Graduate VP, Wholesale Credit Delivery Optimization Associate, Truist

Wake Forest’s MSA program prepared me for my career by providing an environment fostered by teamwork, endurance, and dedication. Each class was thoughtfully designed to offer realistic scenarios, which I now encounter in the workplace each day.

Growth Beyond the Classroom

Ryan Risse, MSA Graduate Senior Accountant, CWCapital

At Wake Forest I was surrounded by nurturing professors, faculty and fellow students. My network expanded and I experienced academic and professional growth, as well as personal development.

Developing the Whole Person

Alejandro Gonzalez, MSA Graduate Senior Associate – Capital Markets & Advisory Services, PwC

I chose Wake Forest because of their renowned reputation as a graduate school and the intimate classroom experience I had with faculty throughout my undergraduate experience. The faculty at WFU truly care about the whole student. The professors are always readily available to answer questions about my career track.

MSA Average Class Profile

Class statistics averaged over the most recent three cohorts

105

Total Students

49%

Female

28%

Underrepresented Groups

22%

International

56

Colleges/Universities Represented

12

Majors Represented

3.6

Average GPA

626

Average GMAT

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