Accounting CPA Track, BS

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Saint Francis will provide you with the specialized knowledge and skills to serve the complex demands of a rapidly changing business environment. Capital markets rely on the work of accountants, especially Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), to ensure that investors have access to reliable and transparent financial statements. With a solid accounting foundation, broad-based general education, practical understanding of the business world, and experiential learning, the accounting program at the University of Saint Francis will prepare you to begin your career as an accountant.

This program specifically is designed to help students meet the CPA exam educational requirements to allow students to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation.

Student Learning Outcomes

The student learning outcomes of the Bachelor of Science in Accounting program are:

1. Students make decisions informed by ethical models and Franciscan values.
2. Students demonstrate effective business communication utilizing technology.
3. Students demonstrate mastery of professional competencies.
4. Students develop problem-solving skills through experiential learning.
5. Students will demonstrate understanding of the audit process.
6. Students will demonstrate ability to apply tax laws to prepare tax returns.

Degree Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting - CPA Track requires 150 credit hours which includes:

• 36 credit hours general education courses
• 54 credit hours business core
• 51 credit hours for major
• 9 credit hours for electives