In today’s dynamic economic landscape, accurate financial analysis and reliable accounting information are crucial for effective decision-making. Menlo College’s Accounting degree equips you with the skills needed to excel in this essential field. Our program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering both financial and managerial accounting, enriched by practical internship experiences to ensure you gain real-world insights.
The Accounting Major is designed to prepare a student for a career in accounting, either in the corporate arena, or in public accounting. Accounting majors select one of two possible tracks: Accounting Major (for non-CPA students) or Accounting Major – CPA Track (for students seeking to meet the requirements to take the CPA exams in the state of California).
For those interested in the CPA designation, please consult the requirements set by the Board of Accountancy in your state. While Menlo College provides the necessary educational units, CPA exam preparation requires additional individual study. Note that CPA licensure is not a requirement of the Menlo College Accounting program, but is essential for those pursuing a CPA career in California.
Explore how Menlo College can be your gateway to a successful accounting career.
General Education Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Business Core Curriculum
Academic Internship
Required courses (24 units)
Elevate your career in accounting by completing the following courses required for Accounting majors:
Required internship (6 units)
Gain hands-on experience with a required internship and courses associated with that experience:
Required courses (27 units)
Elective courses (18 units)
The Accounting Major – CPA Track requires 18 units of electives:
Review the detailed Accounting Degree Program requirements:
Accounting Degree Program requirements (Fall 2021 and later) (PDF) Accounting Degree Program requirements – CPA track (Fall 2021 and later) (PDF)
Accounting Degree Program requirements (Prior to Fall 2021) (PDF) Accounting Degree Program requirements – CPA track (Prior to Fall 2021) (PDF)
The information provided here is meant to provide an overview. Refer to the Academic Catalog for detailed information about course prerequisites, course frequency, and additional course requirements.
As a college education is one of the most important investments you and your family will make, Menlo strives to make college affordable. Nearly 100% of incoming students receive scholarships and/or institutional grants.
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Direct CostsLiving on CampusLiving off CampusLiving with a Parent/Relative Tuition$55,340$55,340$55,340 Fees*$980$980$980 On-Campus Food and Housing**$18,716-- Subtotal Direct Costs$75,036$56,320$56,320 Estimated Indirect CostsLiving on CampusLiving off CampusLiving with a Parent/Relative Off-Campus Food and Housing***-$22,752$11,836 Books and Supplies$1,090$1,090$1,090 Transportation$1,252$1,990$1,818 Miscellaneous / Personal$3,286$5,068$4,140 Loan Fees****$80$80$80 Subtotal Other Costs$5,708$30,980$18,964 Total Annual COA$80,744$87,300$75,284
*The Student Fee covers services that benefit students, but which are complementary to, not part of, instructional programs. The fee supports services related to the physical and psychological health and well-being of students, social and cultural activities and programs, campus life and campus community, and educational and career support services. The fee is part of the cost of attendance at Menlo College, and is mandatory for all registered students.
**The On-Campus Food and Housing cost is a weighted average of all room type occupancy costs.
***Based on the CSAC Student Expense Budget.
****Loan fees included for federal loan borrowers only.
Additionally, a health insurance fee may apply to full-time students who do not have qualifying health insurance, did not submit a waiver, or who are international students.
All fees shown above are subject to change.
Note that meal plans are required for each residential student. Meal plan charges are included in the on-campus food and housing costs shown above. Learn more about our residence halls and meal plans.
Graduates with an Accounting degree are well-positioned for high-demand roles, including:
*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Professor of Accounting
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