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    Master of Accounting (MAC)

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    Chapel Hill, USMACIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $67,358.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    70%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    440
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits

    Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a 48-credit, 1-year, in-person MAC program based in Chapel Hill, US. Tuition is $67,358 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides accounting education through core coursework in financial reporting, auditing, tax, and data analytics, designed for students entering the accounting profession. It offers formats for both non-accounting and accounting backgrounds.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 10, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min A GMAT or GRE test score is not required to apply. You may submit scores voluntarily in support of your application.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min A GMAT or GRE test score is not required to apply. You may submit scores voluntarily in support of your application.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min If English is not your native language and you did not complete your undergraduate degree in a native English-speaking country, you’ll also need to take the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic. Our institution code for the TOEFL is 3474. (No minimum score stated)
    IELTS
    required
    Min If English is not your native language and you did not complete your undergraduate degree in a native English-speaking country, you’ll also need to take the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic. (No minimum score stated)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $76,418.00
    Avg starting salary
    $27,910.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is $67,358 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill online or in-person?
    Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill take to complete?
    Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is structured around 1 year and 48 credits.
    Is Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
    Master of Accounting (MAC) at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reports an acceptance rate of approximately 70%.