Accounting

B.S.
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online.*
delivery
$411 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.†
per credit
4
start terms/year

Innovations in technology have transformed accounting over the last decade. Data points have proliferated, time-consuming tasks are now automated, and there’s an increased need for people who are tech-savvy and strategic. Through all the change, one thing remains the same: If you want to speak the language of business, you need to learn accounting.

When you earn a bachelor’s degree in accounting online from Oregon State University, you’ll become a highly skilled interpreter of financial statements — a trusted advisor who can analyze investment and business valuations, design and execute audits, consult businesses on risk exposure, and redesign information systems.

Skills you’ll gain in OSU’s online accounting degree program

As a student in Oregon State’s online accounting bachelor’s degree program, you’ll gain the in-demand skills you need to stand out in the job market and level up your career. You’ll learn from expert Oregon State faculty who have real-world industry experience.

  • Data analysis
  • Financial reporting
  • Auditing
  • Forecasting
  • Financial analysis
  • Tax preparation
  • Risk and opportunity assessment
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Program details

Learn the theoretical and applied aspects of accounting, the fundamentals of auditing and taxation, and gain the latest technical skills you need to improve business decisions. You’ll also develop an understanding of how businesses and markets work, with an emphasis on ethics and social responsibility.

The online accounting program is offered by Oregon State’s College of Business.

Degree requirements

A minimum of 180 quarter credits — at least 60 of which must be upper-division credits — are required to graduate with your degree in accounting, including:

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Additional program features

Candidates for the CPA exam need to demonstrate knowledge in accounting, auditing, tax and technology. They also will need to demonstrate deeper skills in one of the following areas: business reporting and analysis; information systems and controls; tax compliance and planning. Oregon State has the courses and leadership you need to address these requirements.

It’s important to note that every state has its own set of education and experience requirements for CPA licensure. For example, the Oregon State Board of Accountancy requires a minimum of 225 quarter credits to sit for the CPA exam.

If you’re interested in pursuing CPA licensure, you can choose how to fill these remaining credits online. Once you enroll at OSU, your academic advisor can recommend specific courses to best prepare you.

Some degree requirements may be transferred from other institutions. Please note that a minimum of 45 credits of the last 75 credits in this degree program must be completed at Oregon State (online or on campus) to meet the academic residency requirement.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admittance to OSU for appropriate articulation. Additional information about transferring credits is available through OSU’s Transfer Credit Central or you may request an unofficial transcript evaluation through the College of Business.

This accounting program is offered by Oregon State's College of Business, which is accredited by AACSB International — The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB International is the premier accrediting agency for degree programs in business administration and accounting.

As an undergraduate degree-seeking student, you can apply to earn an honors degree online in your academic major. Earning this prestigious degree gives you the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on research, complete a comprehensive thesis experience and engage in co-curricular activities.

Get a jump-start on your MBA or M.S. in Business while working toward your undergraduate degree in accounting online. Through Oregon State’s Accelerated Master’s Platform, current accounting undergraduate students can take graduate-level courses online that will be applied to their bachelor’s degree. 

The credits you earn will be transferred to the MBA or M.S. in Business programs. Students enrolled in Oregon State’s online graduate courses will pay the graduate tuition and fees rate.

Tap into a collection of tools that will help you make an immediate impact in your career. The College of Business Career Success Center provides networking opportunities with employers and recruiters that lead to internships and jobs, and staff will help you develop a career path.

You can gain highly specialized skills that are in demand by employers — and do it with less of a time and financial commitment — when you earn a certificate or microcredential online with Oregon State. Choose from a large collection of short-form offerings that can help you upskill quickly.

Accounting careers

The knowledge you acquire in Oregon State’s online accounting degree will help you fill in-demand jobs in the global marketplace. As a leader in this area, you’ll enter the workforce ready to analyze complex issues and provide insights in economic sectors that need problem-solvers who can assess risk and identify opportunities.

Job market outlook

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