Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Owings Mills, USA
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About: Stevenson University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting combines business, accounting and information technology to prepare you for public accounting, corporate finance, government and nonprofit roles. You’ll develop technical accounting skills, ethical judgment, critical thinking. You can add one year to earn a master's in forensic accounting. In Owings Mills, Maryland.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter roles like accountant, auditor, financial planner, securities broker, underwriter and business analyst. Employers include JPMorgan, T. Rowe Price, NSA, Northrop Grumman and The Walt Disney Company. It offers merit-based scholarships to all students. Related pathways include forensic accounting, corporate accounting, government finance and financial analysis.
Our Accounting program blends business, accounting, and information technology to prepare you for a wide range of industries—whether you're interested in public accounting, corporate finance, government, or nonprofits. Plus, if you’re thinking long-term, you can earn your master's degree in forensic accounting with just one additional year of study.
As a graduate of the program, you’ll be able to:
- Show technical proficiency in accounting and related business areas
- Navigate business decisions with ethical and professional judgment
- Apply critical thinking to solve complex financial problems
- Communicate clearly and confidently—skills every accounting professional needs
Potential career paths include:
Accountant | Auditor| Financial Planner| Securities Broker| Underwriter |Business Analyst
At Stevenson, you’ll be part of a supportive community that values hands-on learning and real-world experiences. We also offer strong support for international students, so you’ll feel right at home from day one.
The courses listed below are required for completion of the bachelor’s degree in accounting. Students must also complete the requirements for the Stevenson Educational Experience (SEE).
Specific pre- and co-requisites for each course are listed in the course descriptions.
Major Requirements
- FYS 100 First Year Seminar
- ACC 140 Financial Accounting
- ACC 141 Managerial Accounting
- ACC 201 Intermediate Accounting I
- ACC 202 Intermediate Accounting II
- ACC 301 Intermediate Accounting III
- ACC 302 Advanced Accounting
- ACC 303 Cost and Managerial Accounting
- ACC 304 Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
- ACC 400 Auditing and Attestation
- ACC 407 Experiential Auditing
- ACC 417 Accounting Internship
- ACC 411 Tax Accounting: Individual
- ACC 412 Tax Accounting: Corporation and Partnership
- ACC 430 Financial Modeling and Analysis
- ACC 490 Senior Seminar
- CM 101 Public Speaking
- EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics
- EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics
- FIN 303 Foundations of Finance
- IS 135 MS Office Applications
- LAW 308 Business Law and Legal Responsibilities
- MATH 136 Introduction to Statistics
- MGT 204 Principles of Management
- MGT 210 Business Writing
- MGT 308 Business Ethics
- MKT 206 Principles of Marketing
Graduates of the Accounting program will:
- Demonstrate proficiency in the relevant technical knowledge of accounting and related disciplines needed to enter the accounting profession.
- Apply the ethical standards of the accounting profession thoughtfully and competently to business and accounting contexts.
- Solve problems by synthesizing discipline specific knowledge and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrate the appropriate communication skills necessary for accounting professionals.
Private Scholarships
As an online college that accepts financial aid, this includes scholarships and grants that are offered by private sources — such as fraternal and religious organizations, labor unions, professional associations, social groups, and ethnic associations. Because they are private and therefore not administered by Stevenson, you will need to research and apply for them on your own. The best place to start your research is your local church or synagogue, or a local club such as the Lions or Kiwanis. In addition, various publications contain private resource information; they can be found in your local library or bookstore.
Report Your Private Funding
When applying for financial aid for your online degree, any outside funding you receive must be taken into account when your eligibility is determined for need-based financial aid, such as the Direct Student Loan program. If you have been offered funding from a source outside the University, you should notify the Financial Aid Office of the amount and of the donor.
Federal Loans
A part of your financial aid award may be a loan from the Federal Direct Student Loan Program. A loan must be repaid. Therefore, when deciding whether to borrow, you should examine your need for assistance and your future ability to repay. Generally, you will have from 10 to 25 years to repay your loan, depending on the repayment plan you choose. Your monthly payment amount will be based on how much you borrowed and how long you take to repay. Direct Loans have a fixed interest rate that differs depending on the loan type. The terms and conditions of all loans are explained in the Master Promissory Note which all borrowers must complete and sign.
Alternative/Private Education Loan
Alternative Student Loans, also commonly referred to as Private Education Loans, are consumer loans offered by banks, credit unions, and other private lenders to cover the cost of college not covered by financial aid for online degrees.
Before applying for an Alternative Student Loan, the student and parent of a dependent student should compare the terms of the loan with loan assistance available through the Federal Direct Student Loan and Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan Programs. Most Alternative Student Loan Programs are not competitive with the Federal Loan Programs and are only intended to provide supplemental education financing after all federal options are exhausted.
Internship Placements
- Biegel Waller Investment Advisory Services
- Department of Defense
- The Walt Disney
- Company
- Northrop Grumman
- William H. Davis, CPA
Top Employers
- JPMorgan Case & Co.
- Maryland Department of Environment
- National Security Agency
- Social Security Administration
- T. Rowe Price
Graduate Opportunities
- Loyola University
- Stevenson University
- University of Baltimore
- University of Maryland
Career Pathways
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Financial Planner
- Securities Broker
- Underwriter
- Business Analyst
