Accelerated B.S. in Accounting Program for Working Adults

Online Synchronous

40% Tuition Discount

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Did you earn 42 and more college credits, but never finished your degree?

Do you want to save time and money by completing Bachelor’s degree in Accounting in as few as 20 months? Or perhaps you already have a degree but want to switch to a career in accounting?

Our fast-track BS in Accounting Program offers a flexible and affordable learning experience for working adults.

Affordable Tuition: Only $330 per credit hour (subject to change).
Generous Transfer Credit Policy: Transfer up to 66 credits.
Prior Learning Assessment: Earn up to 9 credit hours in business and/or accounting electives through a prior learning assessment portfolio for just $220 per course (eligibility requirements apply).
Accelerated Coursework:
- 8-week accounting classes, taken one at a time, with live Zoom sessions every Wednesday or Thursday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
- 4-week and 15-week asynchronous business and general education classes.
Personalized Learning Experience: Small cohort sizes ensure individual attention.

Don't have 42 credit hours to join the cohort? No problem! Apply for our Early Entry Pathway Track and earn the missing credits. Once you reach 36 credit hours, seamlessly transition to the accelerated cohort. Eligible for those with 12 to 33 credit hours. For more information, please call 504-677-6570.

Do you have a degree, and need only additional classes required by the State Board of Certified Public Accountants of Louisiana be eligible to sit for the CPA exam? We offer a complete set of courses that fulfill all the educational requirements mandated by the Louisiana CPA Board. With our program, you'll be fully prepared to take the next step in your journey toward becoming a Certified Public Accountant. Contact Dr. Lillian Grose to take the next step towards achieving your professional accounting credentials.

Join one of our virtual information sessions on March 25 , April 24, May 22 from 6:30pm-7:30pm for all. To receive the zoom link, please RSVP Ms. Malanna Verdi at malanna_verdi@uhcno.edu.

Interested in applying for Fall 2025 or Spring 2026?

Contact the program advisor Dr. Lillian Grose
at lgrose@uhcno.edu or call (504) 398-2230

Program Description

The Accounting curriculum is designed to prepare students for positions and careers in public, private, and governmental accounting. The study of accounting provides students with the best possible credentials to serve the needs of today’s world of commerce. Students completing the BS in Accounting degree (120 credit hours) are prepared in the foundations of the profession and graduate with all accounting courses required for CPA examination. Upon graduation, students may apply for graduate study in business administration, accounting, or law.

BS in Accounting Curriculum Guide

Credits for Non-Academic Learning Experiences

Students currently enrolled in the accelerated online program for working adults who intend to earn college credit for non-academic learning experiences by submitting a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) portfolio must file a written petition with their advisor at least two semesters prior to graduation. The advisor will meticulously review the requirements outlined in the student's degree plan and the CV before approving the petition. It is mandatory for students to be enrolled at UHC during the semester in which the credit is granted. If deemed eligible, students are expected to attend the PLA writing workshop.

Students Taking the CPA Exam

The BS in Accounting degree program requires 120 credit hours for completion. Students planning to take the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination must be aware that there are other requirements to obtain a license including 150 credit hours and minimum experience. These requirements may change. Students desiring to become a CPA should review the Louisiana State Board of CPAs website for current information. In addition to the number of hours, specific college-level courses are required. Students who plan to sit for the exam should inform themselves of the state requirements for the exam in any state, including Louisiana, in which they plan to take the exam. The Business Administration department offers classes designed to meet the course and credit hour requirements of the State of Louisiana and further prepare students for successfully completing the CPA exam. Note that additional courses may be necessary for those students graduating with a Business Administration degree. For assistance in planning to take the CPA exam, students are encouraged to talk with their advisor or the Chair of the Business Administration department.

Admission Requirements

Must be 25 years of age or older (exceptions may apply)
Must have earned an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree from an accredited institution or must have two years of prior college work with at least 42 semester hours of college credits with a grade “C” or above
Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00
Must be employed or have had significant work experience (5 and more years, exceptions may apply)

Graduation Requirements

The BS in Accounting degree program requires 120 credit hours for completion, including:

Core 8-week accelerated accounting courses – 27 credit hours (20 months).
Program prerequisite: Principles of Accounting – 3 credit hours. This course can be transferred or taken at UHC.
Core 4- and/or 15-week business courses – 27 credit hours. Courses can be transferred and/or taken at UHC.
Accounting and/or Business elective courses – 9 credit hours. Courses can be transferred and/or obtained via PLA portfolio and/or taken at UHC.
General education courses – 54 credit hours. Courses can be transferred and/or obtained via CLEP testing and/or be taken at UHC.