General Questions

Who is eligible for the MAC program?
If you are a college graduate (BS or BA) with an accounting major or minor, you can enroll in the MAC program without taking additional undergraduate courses. If you have a degree in another subject area, you are eligible for the program, but will likely need to take additional courses.

If I participate in the program, can I work in the fall immediately after receiving my undergraduate degree?
Yes. The 12-month MAC program is specifically designed to allow you to begin classes and still start full-time employment in the fall.  You are not required to have full-time employment to enroll in the program.

I work or live outside of Pennsylvania. Is it still possible to participate in the program, even if I am not close to Villanova campus?
Yes. On-campus housing at Villanova University is available for the summer session. The fall and spring courses can be completed online.

Is the program accredited?
Yes, all programs offered by the Villanova School of Business are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the professional accrediting body for business schools.

Curriculum / Course Requirements

Do the 30 credit hours earned in this program count toward the 150-hour requirement that many states have in order to become a certified public accountant?
Yes. The 30 credit hours you earn in the program, when combined with an appropriate undergraduate degree, meet the 150 hours required by many states.

Is it possible to start the program after working for one or more years?
Yes. You will need to make arrangements with your employer to get the necessary time off during the summer of full-time study.

Is it possible to work full-time during the summers when I am taking classes in the program?
No. The summer coursework, consisting of six graduate courses, is a rigorous load that requires your full-time commitment. Classes take place 4 days a week from 8:30 to 3:30 each day.

Do I have to take the GMAT to apply for the program?
You may be asked to take the GMAT by our admissions staff, but it is not required.

What is the MAC to MBA option?
After completing the MAC program, you can apply to The Villanova MBA Flex Track and, if accepted into the program, transfer some of your course credits.

Tuition & Fees

What is the tuition for the program?
 

The 2009-10 tuition for the Master of Accountancy (MAC) program is $27,975.  The tuition is billed each semester as follows:

• Summer semester $16,785 - 6 courses, 18 credits
• Fall semester $5,595 - 2 courses, 6 credits
• Spring semester $5,595 - 2 courses, 6 credits

Financial aid in the form of student loans is available. Your tuition costs will be higher if you require additional coursework beyond the standard curriculum.