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    Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)

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    Austin, USMPAIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $70,453.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    62
    Cohort
    students
    31
    Credits
    $125.00
    App fee

    Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin is a 31-credit, 1-year, in-person MPA program based in Austin, US. Tuition is $70,453 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    One-year STEM-designated program providing core accounting foundation and electives in areas such as tax consulting, auditing, forensic accounting, and MBA courses in finance, management, and information technology.

    Focus: coursework
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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 13, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GMAT or GRE test scores are not required to apply, although applicants are welcome to submit scores.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GMAT or GRE test scores are not required to apply, although applicants are welcome to submit scores.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Our preferred minimum for the TOEFL is 105 overall, with a minimum of 24 for each individual section, or minimum band scores of 7.5 for the IELTS.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Our preferred minimum for the TOEFL is 105 overall, with a minimum of 24 for each individual section, or minimum band scores of 7.5 for the IELTS.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $75,938.00
    Avg starting salary
    $24,700.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin is $70,453 across 31 required credits.
    Is Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin online or in-person?
    Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin take to complete?
    Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin is structured around 1 year and 31 credits.
    Is Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin cohort?
    Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) at The University of Texas at Austin typically enrolls around 62 students per cohort.