Bachelor in Accounting (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition is competitively structured, and financial aid opportunities are available for those who qualify..

This programme is designed for recent high school graduates and career changers seeking a foundation in accounting principles and practices. Students study financial and managerial accounting, tax law, auditing standards, and cost analysis. The curriculum emphasizes practical application of accounting concepts through real-world scenarios and case studies. Coursework also includes ethics, communication skills, and core business topics like finance and economics.

Focus areas include Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Taxation Practices, Auditing Concepts, Accounting Information Systems, Ethical Standards in Business.

The programme requires 120 credit hours distributed across 21 credits in Essential Skills Core, 21 in General Education, 60 in Major and Concentrations, and 18 in Open Electives.

Graduates enter roles such as staff accountant, tax preparer, auditor, or financial analyst in public accounting firms, corporate finance departments, or government agencies.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, GED, home-school transcript, associate degree, or 60 or more transferable college credits. Official transcripts or equivalent documentation are required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. Online or on-campus, full-time, with a typical program length of four years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

Post University has served students since 1890 and offers undergraduate, graduate, certificate, and continuing education programs. Students can study online or on the Waterbury campus, with academic support that includes advising, a library, academic policies and procedures, and a Center for Academic Success. Faculty and staff provide one-on-one attention as students work toward their educational goals.

Academic programs are organized across four schools: American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences, the John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education, the Malcolm Baldrige School of Business, and the School of Arts & Sciences. Options include nursing, business administration, accounting, communication and media studies, psychology, biology, computer information systems, data science, criminal justice, legal studies, emergency management, and gaming and esports management. Students may also add minors or Pre-Engineering, Pre-Health, and Pre-Law tracks.

International students joining the Waterbury campus can expect support with admissions requirements, documentation, and international student services. Campus residents live in one of six residence halls, with community directors overseeing the halls and professional staff available on call around the clock alongside campus safety. Resident assistants support social interaction, referrals, and activities. Admissions advisors help international applicants understand the application process and next steps, while the campus community provides opportunities for adjustment, leadership development, and connection.