Rice Master of Accounting Program Prerequisites

Learn About Prerequisites for our Master of Accounting Program 

Regardless of your undergraduate major or background, the Rice MAcc will transform your career trajectory. Ready to take the next step? We want to set you up for success. Before applying, you must complete the following: 

• Direct equivalent of our undergraduate introductory financial accounting course 
• Two additional accounting prerequisites for which we offer a three-week, pre-term equivalent on campus during our Summer Session I*

You can take the direct equivalent of these prerequisites through another institution subject to our admissions team's approval. You will also need to complete 15 credit hours in business-related disciplines, such as statistics, economics, management, marketing, finance and information systems. 

Application Requirements 

Diverse groups foster unique learning environments that create future leaders. That's why we seek students with diverse academic backgrounds and welcome all majors. We look at the whole person — not just what you’ve done but who you are — and encourage you to be authentic in your application.

You will need to submit the following to be considered for admission:  

^{*Mid-May to early June. Additional tuition is charged.}