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    Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics)

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    Los Angeles, USMAccIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $78,345.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    45%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    152
    Cohort
    students
    31
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California is a 31-credit, 1-year, in-person MAcc program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $78,345 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Combines accounting and data sciences coursework to train auditors using data analytics, IT audit, fraud analytics, AI, and emerging technologies. Includes a required spring audit internship integrating audit and data analytics.

    Focus: coursework
    4th (Public Accounting Report)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 10, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    not_required
    TOEFL
    optional
    IELTS
    optional

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), STEM-eligible for 24 months extension

    $84,915.00
    Avg starting salary
    $19,609.00
    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 Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California is $78,345 across 31 required credits.
    Is Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California is structured around 1 year and 31 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 cumulative GPA
    Is Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Accounting (Data and Analytics) at University of Southern California is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.