The Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy is perfect for students who already have a degree but are lacking the accounting coursework needed to sit for the CPA Exam.
With courses designed to not only meet the educational requirements for most states, the Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy gives students the academic preparation they need to be successful, not only on the CPA Exam, but also their future career.
With the Harbert College of Business, you are not only choosing a certificate, you are choosing a quality educational experience.
The business foundation courses listed below must be completed prior to beginning the Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy program. No prior upper-level accounting courses are required.
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline from an U.S. regionally accredited institution and the business foundation courses listed below.
Business Foundation
Most states require a minimum of 21 semester hours in general business coursework
to be licensed as a CPA. These required prerequisites will help fulfill this coursework
requirement. Visit NASBA for more information on the specific requirements for each state.
Candidates who have not completed the Business Foundation prerequisites are not eligible to apply.
Requirements
Admission to the online Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy program is limited
to second degree seeking candidates only who meet the following criteria:
Dual enrollment in an Auburn campus program and an Auburn online accounting program is not permitted.
How to Apply
Start your application today.
Email the following materials to accounting@auburn.edu:
Alumni and Former Auburn University Students
If you are alumni or a former student of Auburn University, email the following materials
to accounting@auburn.edu:
Physical Address
Auburn Accounting Online Admissions
405 West Magnolia Avenue
355 Lowder Hall
Auburn University, AL 36849
accounting@auburn.edu
Deadlines
To receive priority consideration for admission to enroll in the online Undergraduate
Certificate in Accountancy Program, application materials must be received by the following deadlines. Completed applications will be considered
on a competitive basis.
Semester to Enroll |
Priority Deadline |
Fall |
July 1 |
Spring |
November 1 |
Summer |
April 1 |
Selection
Applications for the Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy program are considered
on a competitive basis. Minimum GPA requirements are not advertised, because the Admissions
Committee uses a holistic approach when reviewing a candidate's application package.
The Committee considers the quality of the candidate's academic background, grade
point averages, campus involvement, and work experience.
Students admitted to the Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy are required to complete at least 24 semester hours in accounting.
Required Courses (6 credit hours):
Elective Courses (choose 18 credit hours):
* Courses are offered fall, spring, and summer semesters.
+Students that have completed Intermediate Accounting I and II at another regionally
accredited institution and have earned a minimum grade of B or higher in each course
may receive a waiver of these two courses and therefore, be required to take 24 hours
from the elective courses.
Tuition is $775 per semester credit hour regardless of the student's geographic location.
Cost of each course: $2,325 = $775 x 3 credit hours
Cost of program: $18,600 = $775 x 24 semester hours
Tuition is subject to change each year with the approval of the Auburn University Board of Trustees.Student Financial Services provides a Tuition Calculator and current Estimated costs of Attendance at Auburn University.
There are no additional fees charged by the university. Textbooks and any proctoring fees will be additional expenses.
Financial Aid
Federal Financial Aid is not available to students in the Undergraduate Certificate
in Accountancy program. Students needing financial aid should seek private financial
aid or consider applying for the online Accounting Bridge.
Are the online courses different from the campus program?
Our campus lectures are recorded and streamed so that online students receive the
same instruction and academic credit as their campus peers. Online students can expect
the same rigor, standards, and student accountability as campus students.
Is Auburn University accredited?
Auburn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
(SACS). Both the Harbert College of Business and the School of Accountancy are accredited
by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
How long does it usually take to complete the program?
Auburn University operates on a semester system. Depending on the course load taken,
the Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy (UCA) program can be completed in as
little as 3 semesters. The maximum number of classes taken for students working full-time
is two courses per semester.
What is the average credit load per semester?
On average, students take three to six credit hours (two courses) per semester.
Do I have to come to campus?
No, there is no required residency for the Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting
program.
What entrance examinations are required?
There are no entrance examinations required for the Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting
program.
Is it possible to transfer credits?
Students in the Undergraduate Certificate in Accountancy program will not get transfer
credit for courses taken at other institutions but those courses will be recognized
to satisfy prerequisite requirements.
Can I audit a class?
Auditing of online courses is not available at this time.
Will I have an academic advisor?
Andee Hodo, Director of Graduate and Online Accounting Programs, serves as the Academic
Advisor for all undergraduate online accounting students. She will work with you on
your plan of study, course registration and educational goals.
Can I withdraw or drop a course?
Should circumstances in your life change and you need to withdraw from a course, simply
contact Andee Hodo at (334) 844-6207 or andee.hodo@auburn.edu. Notifying the instructor
or ceasing to accept class materials does not constitute official withdrawal. The
Auburn University Academic Calendar contains important drop deadlines that must be carefully followed.
How do I take tests?
Exams are taking online using a virtual proctoring service. Students can take the
exam within the window provided by the faculty member. Students pay all proctoring
fees directly to the proctoring service.
How do I contact my advisor, professor or peers?
Online students have immediate access to professors and classmates via e-mail once
you are registered.
How do I get my books?
Textbooks required for your course(s) may be ordered each semester by visiting www.aubookstore.com.
Will I have access to University resources?
Access to all on-campus activities, libraries, etc., is available to you as an off-campus
student upon verification of student ID. As an Auburn student, you are also eligible
for athletic tickets (football, basketball, baseball, swimming, etc.) at student prices.
Information is available through Auburn Access at https://auaccess.auburn.edu.
What are the technical requirements?
Access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection is required. Canvas runs
on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android or any other device with a modern web browser.
It is recommended that you use the newest version of your browser and the most up-to-date
Flash plug-in.
Have more questions? Check out our information request form.
Begin your application today and designate your interest in the accounting online program.
ApplyDirector of Graduate and Online Programs