Master of Accounting Blog

Learn how students are cracking the Big Four code in Public Accounting recruiting.

Here's a closer look at how the Rice MAcc Student Committee is making an impact.

Learn how the Rice MAcc prepares its students for their job hunt process.

We know applying to graduate school can feel intimidating, so we've put together this list to help you navigate the application process.

The world’s financial markets are demanding greater corporate transparency and higher quality financial reporting. As a result, there is growing need for highly trained accounting professionals with superb critical thinking skills and integrity.

Accounting is a high-demand skill that provides excellent earning potential to Master’s graduates. As a result, regardless of undergraduate major or background, a graduate degree in accounting can transform your career trajectory in as little as one year.

Applications are being accepted for the one-year Rice Master of Accounting (MAcc) cohort that will begin in August 2025 and finish in May 2026.

Read about the Rice MAcc’s “related business” course prerequisites.

The one-year Rice Master of Accounting (MAcc) program welcomes students from all undergraduate majors. Our intentionally small program ensures that you will get to know your classmates and professors well. You belong here!

We recently caught up with Blakely Maynard, who earned her Master of Accounting (MAcc) degree from Rice in 2020. We asked her a few questions about her professional journey since she graduated from our program. Read what she told us below!