Online BS in Accounting
Earn MU’s ACBSP Accredited Accounting Degree
100% Online
SACSCOC- Accredited
Optional HCA Concentration
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- Duration 3.5 years
- Cost per Credit $435
- Credit Hours 124
Master the Language of Business
Companies are desperate for highly skilled professionals who can speak the language of accounting and finance. Methodist University’s fully accredited and 100% online BS in Accounting degree provides tools to advance to the highest level of upper management.
Make significant contributions to any company or organization with a deep understanding of accounting principles. Diversify your learning with multiple electives or focus on the business of health care with the optional Health Care Administration concentration. Master skills to prepare and analyze accounting and financial information generated by individuals and entities for internal and external reporting purposes. Participate in real-world projects to gain hands-on experience and hours required to sit for the CPA or CMA exam.
Career Outlook: Ensure Business Growth
Accountants are capable of working in a variety of contexts, including private business, government, the non-profit sector, and more. With an online bachelor’s degree in accounting, you’ll gain the necessary credential to move your career forward and join an expanding field. Accountants earn a median salary of $81,680, and positions are expected to grow by 5% through 2034.1
Careers and Salaries
Curriculum: Integrate Accounting Concepts and Practices
MU’s online accounting degree prepares you to respond to real-world business challenges. The curriculum is designed to equip you with the tools to analyze financial information to help businesses make informed decisions. Topics include statistics for business and economics, auditing, cost accounting, and more. The BS in Accounting includes professional core courses and upper-level accounting courses.
Preview CoursesProgram Outcomes
In the program, you will learn to:
- Incorporate accounting concepts, ethics, and practices to inform forward-thinking decision making.
- Gather, analyze, and present financial information to offer precise reporting.
- Communicate financial reporting to non-technical audiences.
- Make ethical decisions in business and commercial spaces.
- Apply a client-based framework to ensure all financial reports remain compliant.
Minors
Enhance your degree by adding one of MU’s nine available 100% online minors — Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Technology, Criminal Justice, Gerontology, Health Care Administration, Marketing, Psychology, and Social Work. Our minors are structured to help you advance in the career path you want most and impress potential employers with your dedication to learning.
To learn more about MU’s minors and how you can add one to your degree, visit our minors webpage. You can also request more information about a minor or contact an enrollment counselor directly at 910.212.4956.
Explore MinorsFocus on Health Care with an Optional Concentration
The online BS in Accounting offers an optional concentration in health care administration for students looking to enter the business side of health care and medicine.
Admissions Requirements
To apply for the accounting degree online from Methodist University, you’ll need the following:
- Completed application
- High school diploma or GED
- Official transcripts (if applicable) and high school transcript or GED transcript
Tuition Details
The online Bachelor of Science in Accounting costs $435 per credit hour and has 62-124 total credit hours. Learn more about the affordability of your education at Methodist University. If you or a family member are a veteran or active-duty service member, visit our Military Support page.
Tuition and FeesStudent-Centered Faculty
Methodist University’s diverse, expert faculty add quality to our programs with their extensive experience. They are invested in MU students and understand the importance of helping them prepare for the real world. At MU, you can expect:
- Low student-to-faculty ratio
- Relevant experience
- Personalized feedback
- Expert guidance
Enjoy MU’s 100% online learning environment that offers the same quality as in-person courses, including dedicated faculty members and an overall caring, friendly atmosphere for achieving your professional and personal goals.
You’ll also have access to all of MU’s academic support services. That means you’ll get personalized assistance you need, such as access to the tutoring and writing centers. Experience a distinctive education in a flexible environment that fits your schedule.
Explore Online LearningYou can earn a high-quality education from a private institution without worrying about the cost. As a Yellow Ribbon school and a university where 97% of students qualify for financial aid, Methodist University is committed to affordability.
Learn more about federal student loans and grants, military benefits, and scholarship opportunities. We’re proud to make your goals as affordable as possible.
Financial Aid OptionsFrequently Asked Questions
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Yes. All of Methodist University’s online programs are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Additionally, Methodist University’s Reeves School of Business is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) to offer the BS in Accounting.
Methodist University offers multiple start dates throughout the year, providing the flexibility to begin the BS in Accounting program on your schedule. To explore your options, request more information, call 910-212-4956, or view the academic calendar on our admissions page.
Graduates can expect to enter positions that include:
- Certified Public Accountant
- Financial Manager
- Cost Accountant
- Budget Analyst
- Controller
- Forensic Accountant
- Tax Accountant
Visit our career outlook page to learn more.
Methodist University will engage in a culture of excellence to provide transformative educational experiences by integrating our liberal arts foundation and spiritual and moral heritage with innovative student-centered programs to produce successful graduates who are dedicated to achievement and committed to making positive contributions to a global society. Learn more about Methodist University here.
You can complete the BS in Accounting program in as few as 3.5 years. The optional Health Care Administration concentration usually takes no additional time for students to complete.
You may incur costs beyond tuition, such as textbooks, supplies, and other fees. Take these costs into consideration as you budget for your education.
Source
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Accountants and Auditors, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/accountants-and-auditors.htm (visited September 11, 2025).