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Integrated 3:2 Program Overview

Integrated 3:2 Master of Science in Accounting Program

The integrated 3:2 accounting program is designed for students who want to earn both undergraduate and graduate degrees in accounting. Our faculty developed this program in response to the requirements of many states that CPA exam candidates now need to have 150 hours of education. While the specifics vary by state, there are two broad approaches to earning the 150 hours.

First, students may obtain additional undergraduate credits beyond those required for a bachelor’s degree. The advantage of this approach is that it is a quick and simple way to earn 150 hours. The disadvantage is that students do not obtain graduate degrees, which is often a prerequisite for mid- and upper-level management positions.

Second, students may use the additional hours to earn graduate degrees. The advantage is that individuals with graduate degrees typically command higher starting salaries and earn more throughout their careers. The disadvantage is that graduate application and financial aid processes are separate from undergraduate programs. Additionally, when compared to undergraduate programs, less financial aid is available for graduate programs.

Bradley's integrated 3:2 program is designed to overcome these disadvantages.

One of the 3:2 program's unique features is that successful applicants are guaranteed admission to our Master of Science in Accounting program. Well qualified students can be admitted to the program as freshmen when they are initially accepted to Bradley University or during their junior year. In this way, students use the extra hours to obtain a graduate degree.

Bradley's Admissions Office provides information about financial aid for freshmen as well as transfer students. On these pages, you will find information on financial assistance and cost management. These scholarships and financial aid continue through the duration of the 3:2 program.

Bradley's Department of Accounting has a long and successful history of educating accountants, offering the first four-year degree in 1947. Since 1984, we have have had AACSB Accounting Accreditation. AACSB is the premier accrediting body for degree programs in business administration and accounting. In the Midwest, only six private schools have an AACSB accredited  accounting program. Of these, Bradley is the only mid-sized, comprehensive university in the state of Illinois.

For additional information please contact Dr. John Gillett, Department of Accounting Chair, at (309) 677-2288 or jwg@bradley.edu.

 

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