4+1 or Early MAcc

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Currently enrolled accounting students are able to take advantage of two accelerated MAcc options. After earning 93 credit hours and achieving senior status, current accounting students are eligible to start graduate coursework.

4+1 MAcc

Schedule a maximum of 9 graduate credit hours in your senior year billed at the undergraduate rate. Graduate with your bachelors degree as scheduled, and then graduate with your masters one year later! After earning your bachelors, the program is billed at the graduate rate.

Early MAcc

Imagine completing two degrees during your time at FSC, and we’re not talking about a double major. We are talking about graduating with your bachelor’s degree and master’s degree — on the same day! Add an additional year of undergrad and take advantage of undergraduate aid* for all 5 years. The entire program is billed at the undergraduate rate.

*Federal and state aid may have credit hour limits

Traditional MAcc

Start the MAcc after you graduate with your bachelors degree. The entire program is billed at the graduate rate, and you will finish in 16-24 months.

Upcoming Term Start Dates

1/6/2026

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AACSB Accredited

Accreditation by AACSB is the mark of excellence in business education earned by the top 6% of business schools worldwide.

Why choose 4+1 or Early MAcc at FSC?

Professional Certification Prep

The MAcc program provides everything you need to sit for the Uniform CPA Examination in Florida and most other states. Additionally, CPA Exam Reviews can be taken as a part of the elective courses in the MAcc program.

Gain Marketable Skills

The MAcc program is designed to build strong analytical reasoning and problem solving skills and to enhance effective communication with dynamic course content and an emphasis on real-world applications.

Research

Students select a faculty mentor and conduct consequential research related to a relevant and timely accounting topic of their choosing. This experience builds a strong foundation in technical writing and communication skills.

A Flexible, Interactive Learning Experience

Our MAcc program is designed for today’s busy professionals. Our 30-credit curriculum is delivered in a hybrid and online format. You’ll get the flexibility you need, without missing out on meaningful connection and engagement. Whether you attend in person or remotely, you’ll participate in class discussions, group projects, and faculty interaction. This inclusive model ensures that every student, no matter where they are, is part of a collaborative, high-impact learning community.

Expert Faculty

Multiple faculty members have been recognized as FICPA Outstanding Educators. Faculty have extensive experience and engage in practical research resulting in publications in a variety of journals. Professionals provide additional perspectives through classroom presentations. Our low student to faculty ratio allows for increased personal interactions and direct mentorship.

Connected

The program affords various opportunities to network with professionals in the marketplace through our annual Accounting-only “Moc” Interviews and Career Fair, and other engaging networking events throughout the year. The program is supported by the Institute of Accounting Excellence board.

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Meet Our Mocs

Charles Gotsch

My position as a Staff Consultant in the Technology Risk practice at the Tampa office of EY would not have been possible without FSC. Ranging from the vast professional network of Prof. Celina Jozsi, to the coursework that prepared me for the CPA exam, to the College's assistance with landing multiple internships prior to starting full-time, I was fortunate to gain both academic and practical experience that has proven to be invaluable to me in my current role.

Charles Gotsch

Chase Ibbotson

Joining Florida Southern's accounting program has been the best decision I have made. The knowledge and mentorships that were gained during my tenure in Florida Southern's accounting program not only allowed me to excel in the classroom and CPA exam but also led me to a role in the public accounting industry. Currently, working in the public accounting industry I am confident and efficient in the decision making and procedures that are needed on the job.

Chase Ibbotson

Daphne Compere

My favorite aspect of FSC’s accounting program is the small intimate classrooms and all the supportive accounting professors. During my time here, I was able to secure an internship at Adamson+Co, an accounting firm in Winter Haven. It is both rewarding and exciting that I am able to use the skills I have acquired within the program in actual practice!

Daphne Compere

Edgar Sandoval

The relationships I was able to forge with my professors during my time at FSC were instrumental in my securing a career after graduation. The intimate classroom settings, the comprehensive coursework, and the outside-of-classroom experiences offered by the program are unmatched in the area. Were it not for my professors dedicating themselves to seeing students succeed beyond the classroom, I would not find myself where I am at today: at a multinational accounting firm working alongside brilliant minds thanks to a professor who saw something in me.

Edgar Sandoval

Katie Sharp

My interactions with professors and peers have been a great experience so far. The professors are here to help students succeed and to find internships that will eventually land them a full-time offer. This summer, I worked as a tax intern with BDO. BDO is the 5th largest accounting firm globally, and they offer tax, assurance and financial advisory services.

Katie Sharp

Rea Joerger

"Florida Southern’s Accounting program and faculty aided me in preparing, networking and ultimately securing a job with one of the Big 4 Accounting Firms. The experience of all the accounting professors goes far beyond the classroom, which has assisted and inspired me throughout my education."

Rea Joerger passed all four parts (AUD, REG, FAR and BEC) of the CPA exam while completing her MAcc degree! The CPA is a rigorous exam, evidenced by the low pass rates. As of 2022, the CPA national average pass rates for the first time exams are as follows: AUD 46.35%, BEC 57.33%, FAR 44.95%, REG 60.03%. We are so proud of Rea!

Rea Joerger

4+1 or Early MAcc Program Details

Admission Requirements

Overall (cumulative) GPA of 3.0 at Florida Southern College
GPA of 3.0 in Accounting (ACC) Courses
MAcc Director Approval

Additional International Requirements

Valid Passport

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Course Delivery

Our scheduling is intentionally structured to meet the needs of busy professionals. Of the 30 total credit hours, 14 are delivered fully online, while 16 follow a hybrid, low-residency format. In the hybrid courses, students meet on campus every other week, typically totaling 7 in-person sessions each during the fall and spring semesters, with remaining coursework completed online. This balanced approach offers the flexibility you need, while maintaining the benefits of in-person engagement.

Curriculum

Accounting Core Courses - 15 hours

Course Number	Course Name
ACC 6200	Advanced Auditing
ACC 6300	Advanced Financial Accounting
ACC 6400	Advanced Managerial Accounting
ACC 6800	Advanced Taxation
ACC 6900	Research and Capstone Project
Total Core	15

Accounting Electives* (choose 5) - 15 hours

Course Number	Course Name
ACC 6520	Government and Not for Profit Accounting
ACC 6540	Regulatory Accounting
ACC 6560	Forensic Accounting
ACC 6580	Advanced Information Systems
ACC 6720	Special Topics in Tax
ACC 6840	CPA Review **
Total Electives	15

MAcc Program Total - 30 hours

*A student may take up to two MBA courses (6 credit hours) as MAcc electives, with approval of the MAcc Director.
**Please note that the Florida State Board of Accountancy requires a total of 150 hours for CPA licensure, not to include ACC 6500 CPA Review Course.

Program Costs

2025 - 2026

Early MAcc - While earning your bachelor's, you are billed at the undergraduate rate.

MAcc 4+1 - Admitted undergraduate students will be allowed to complete a maximum of 9 credit hours of graduate work. These credits will count toward their undergraduate and MAcc degree requirements. Any MAcc courses attempted in the fall or spring semesters before receiving the undergraduate degree will be charged at the traditional undergraduate full-time tuition rate. Any taken in a summer semester before receiving the undergraduate degree will be charged at the traditional undergraduate summer tuition rate. Graduate courses taken after the student receives their undergraduate degree will be billed at the current MAcc per credit hour rate (2025-2026 Tuition Per Credit Hour Rate $875)

$250 Non-Refundable Enrollment Deposit (Upon acceptance and applied toward your first semester tuition balance)

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4+1 or Early MAcc Program Contact

Shani Lizardi, MS

Associate Director of Adult and Graduate Admission

863.680.5022

863.267.8047

Celina Jozsi, MAcc, CPA

Instructor of Accounting

Accounting Department Chair

MAcc Program Director

Becker Business - 227

863.680.4286