Full-time tuition
In-state: $8,640;
Out-of-state: $24,300 (per year). See details and other costs
Financial aid
Average award,
in-state: $7,300;
out-of-state: $14,500.
May include scholarships, grants, & work-study. Explore aid
Program duration
Typical completion time: 4 years. Flexible options may save time. Explore options
Admissions
No fee to apply. SAT & ACT scores optional. Early action & year-round admissions. View application process & deadlines
Program Highlights
Experiential learning
Gain firsthand experience through accounting internships at one of our 200 partner organizations. The internship is a cooperative, supervised work experience that involves the student, employer, and a School of Business faculty sponsor.
Career opportunities
Prepare for work in a variety of public and corporate accounting positions, including large firms and sole proprietorships; in Federal agencies such as the FBI, IRS, GAO, and the Department of the Treasury; and with non-profit organizations such as social service agencies, public school systems, and hospitals.
Program requirements
Gain the knowledge and skills needed for the critical role accountants play in a rapidly changing business environment.
Quality accreditation
Our School of Business is AACSB-accredited. This mark of distinction is achieved by fewer than 5% of all business schools in the world.
Diverse, expert faculty
Our faculty members possess an exceptional blend of academic and business knowledge, including PhD, CPA, and CMA credentials.
Looking ahead to graduate school?
Our Accelerated Graduate Pathway to the MaineMBA can save you time and money in earning your Master’s in Business Administration.
Obtaining CPA licensure
When you pair the Accounting major with the Advanced Accounting minor you’ll meet the requirements to sit for the CPA exam and obtain CPA licensure in Maine and most states.
Scholarship opportunities
Scholarships offer valuable financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. You’ll be automatically considered for Merit Scholarships when you apply for admission by the deadline. Additional opportunities are available.
Campus resources
The Maine Center for Business and Economic Research, Maine Small Business Development Center, and Center for Entrepreneurship can help expand business, management, and entrepreneurial acumen.