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    Accountancy, MPAc

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    Irvine, USMPAcIn-person9 months
    STEM-OPT
    $66,750.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    58%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    88
    Cohort
    students
    44
    Credits
    $150.00
    App fee

    Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine is a 44-credit, 9-month, in-person MPAc program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $66,750 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides intensive training in accounting to prepare graduates for positions in accounting firms, private companies, or public/nonprofit organizations, fulfilling educational requirements for CPA licensure in California. It features a rigorous curriculum with core courses, specialized tracks in Data Analytics and Tax, and an ESG Pathway.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GMAT or GRE (it is not required but recommended for applicants with an undergraduate GPA under 3.3)
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GMAT or GRE (it is not required but recommended for applicants with an undergraduate GPA under 3.3)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Official TOEFL (minimum score of 80)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS score (overall score of 7 with no individual score below 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $29,479.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine is $66,750 across 44 required credits.
    Is Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine is offered in-person.
    How long does Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine is structured around 9 months and 44 credits.
    Is Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine?
    Accountancy, MPAc at University of California-Irvine reports an acceptance rate of approximately 58%.