Master in Accountancy (M.Acc.), 4+1 Early Acceptance

The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega, founded in 1873, is a large public institution with around 32,000 students and a vibrant campus life rooted in leadership and service. Offering more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programmes across five colleges, UNG blends a strong liberal arts foundation with career-focused majors. Its picturesque campus in North Georgia delivers a balance of rigorous academics and outdoor living that appeals to many international and domestic students.

UNG places emphasis on leadership development, hands-on learning and community engagement through internships, practicum placements and student organizations. Academic pathways span business, education, arts and sciences, health and technology, supported by faculty committed to mentoring and applied research. The university's size allows for diverse course offerings while keeping student support accessible and personal.

International students benefit from specialized services including orientation, immigration advising and cultural programs that ease the transition to US study. With roughly 2,500 international peers, UNG offers networking opportunities and a welcoming environment for global learners. Career services, cooperative education and alumni networks help graduates pursue employment or further study both in the United States and internationally.

The Master in Accountancy (M.Acc.), 4+1 Early Acceptance program at the University of North Georgia is for undergraduate accounting majors who want to complete their master's and bachelor's degrees in just five years. This program helps students get a head start on their graduate degree and prepares them for a career in accountancy.

The curriculum includes core classes like Leadership, Communication, and Professional Skills, Taxation of Entities & Shareholders, and Auditing Analytics. Students also choose from electives like Advanced Cost Analysis, Tax Research and Policy, and Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination. These classes help students develop skills in areas like data analytics, accounting theory, and financial statement analysis.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers like Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager, Auditing Manager, and Financial Controller. They can work in industries like public accounting, corporate accounting, government accounting, and non-profit accounting, and can be employed by companies like accounting firms, financial institutions, and government agencies.