Not an accounting major? Not a problem! The MAcc Intensive program is an opportunity for students with degrees in areas other than accounting to complete the MAcc prerequisite coursework in the most efficient way possible. The program condenses six of the seven MAcc prerequisite courses into 15 credits that are completed over one Summer Semester (May through August). Following the successful completion of this Summer program, students continue into the full-time or part-time MAcc program in the Fall Semester*. The MAcc Intensive coursework begins approximately one week earlier than the University of Utah’s regular Summer Semester.
The MAcc Intensive program is rigorous and requires that students not work during the program. The program is limited to 25 dedicated students to ensure their success in the program. Graduates from this program are attractive to recruiters as they often have added maturity, diverse backgrounds, and a strong commitment to their coursework. All students completing the MAcc Intensive and MAcc program have been successful throughout the job recruiting process.
*University academic probation standards and restrictions apply.
MAcc Intensive Overview
- ACCTG 6711: Intermediate Financial Accounting I
- ACCTG 6712: Intermediate Financial Accounting II
- ACCTG 6720: Cost/Managerial Accounting
- ACCTG 6731: Tax
- ACCTG 6750: Accounting Systems and Audit
During your first and second semesters in the MAcc program, you required to complete ACCTG 5130 (Financial Accounting III) and ACCTG 5350 (Accounting Regulations and Business Ethics). Both of the courses will count toward your program’s electives.
Full-time (15 credits): $15,640
*The resident and non-resident tuition and fees costs are the same because all non-resident students pay resident tuition and fees in the summer semester.
Summer Session 1 (May – June)**
- 8 – 9:30 a.m. ACCTG 6720 Cost/Managerial Accounting
- 9:30 – 10 a.m. Break
- 10 – 11:30 a.m. ACCTG 6711 Financial Accounting I
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Break
- 12:30 – 2 p.m. ACCTG 6731 U.S. Tax (meets Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer)
**Note: The MAcc Intensive coursework begins approximately a week earlier than the University of Utah’s regular Summer Semester.
Summer Session 2 (June – August)
- 8 – 9:30 a.m. ACCTG 6750 Auditing & Accounting Information Systems
- 9:30 – 10 a.m. Break
- 10 – 11:30 a.m. ACCTG 6712 Financial Accounting II
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Break
- 12:30 – 2 p.m. ACCTG 6731 U.S. Tax (meets Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer)
All Pre-MAcc Intensive students are automatically considered for MAcc scholarships after completion of their Pre-MAcc courses with a GPA of a 3.0 or higher.
MAcc Intensive Admission Requirements
The David Eccles School of Business seeks candidates who are professional and ethical. These behaviors are considered when making admission decisions. Candidates are expected to demonstrate professional and ethical conduct and disposition in their interactions with program staff, fellow students, and faculty.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited 4-year institution. An academic or employment background specifically in business or accounting is not required to apply to the MAcc Intensive program.
- Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA, or last 60 credits hours GPA, of 3.0.
- You are required to list all colleges or universities you’ve attended and provide unofficial transcripts for each. Failure to do so may result in a delay in your application process.
- Unofficial transcripts must include the following information: your full name, the name of the school, semesters, course numbers, course titles, grades, semester GPAs, and cumulative GPA.
Complete an introductory financial accounting course with a B or better. Please connect with the MAcc admissions coordinator to verify acceptable courses.
- International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency to contribute to classroom discussions and interact with faculty and peers.
- The MAcc’s minimum score requirements are higher than The University of Utah’s. You must earn a composite score of a 90 on the TOEFL, a 7.0 on the IELTS, or 105 on Duolingo (effective March 26, 2021).
- Thoroughly read and understand the English Language Proficiency policy, and how to send your scores. Note it takes approximately 4 weeks for us to receive your official score; please plan accordingly.
- Our TOEFL code is 4853 for the University of Utah. Please note that paper-based scores are not accepted. Send your TOEFL score.
- During or after the IELTS exam, you have the option to select the University of Utah to report your score electronically. Send your IELTS score.
- Duolingo: Please log into your Duolingo account, select the “Send Results” button next to your test results, and select the University of Utah as the receiving institution.
- We accept recommendations from professors with whom you know well and supervisors from your place of work.
- If you’re lacking in professional experience, we can accept recommendations from either a volunteer supervisor or an internship supervisor.
- Follow the instructions on the Recommenders section of the online application in order to request your letters of recommendation.
- Respond thoroughly to the required questions:
- What are your career goals? What are you currently doing and what actions will you take in the program to put yourself in the best position to achieve your career goals?
- Why do you feel prepared/qualified to join the MAcc Program?
- Optional response:
- The Admissions Committee will evaluate circumstances that may have affected your GPA. Take advantage of addressing any weaknesses in your application here.
- Make sure to update your resume.
- Include your employment history in reverse chronological order with titles, dates, and whether you worked part-time or full-time.
- Include your education in reverse chronological order and should indicate dates of attendance and degree(s) earned.
- You’re required to pay an application fee to submit your online application. Domestic applicants must pay $55.00 and International applicants must pay $65.00.
- Applicants who apply during the rolling deadline will pay an additional $30.00. This charge will be applied after November 15th for spring submission and after April 1st for summer and fall submission.
MAcc Intensive Overview
- ACCTG 6711: Intermediate Financial Accounting I
- ACCTG 6712: Intermediate Financial Accounting II
- ACCTG 6720: Cost/Managerial Accounting
- ACCTG 6731: Tax
- ACCTG 6750: Accounting Systems and Audit
During your first and second semesters in the MAcc program, you required to complete ACCTG 5130 (Financial Accounting III) and ACCTG 5350 (Accounting Regulations and Business Ethics). Both of the courses will count toward your program’s electives.
Full-time (15 credits): $15,640
*The resident and non-resident tuition and fees costs are the same because all non-resident students pay resident tuition and fees in the summer semester.
Summer Session 1 (May – June)**
- 8 – 9:30 a.m. ACCTG 6720 Cost/Managerial Accounting
- 9:30 – 10 a.m. Break
- 10 – 11:30 a.m. ACCTG 6711 Financial Accounting I
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Break
- 12:30 – 2 p.m. ACCTG 6731 U.S. Tax (meets Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer)
**Note: The MAcc Intensive coursework begins approximately a week earlier than the University of Utah’s regular Summer Semester.
Summer Session 2 (June – August)
- 8 – 9:30 a.m. ACCTG 6750 Auditing & Accounting Information Systems
- 9:30 – 10 a.m. Break
- 10 – 11:30 a.m. ACCTG 6712 Financial Accounting II
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Break
- 12:30 – 2 p.m. ACCTG 6731 U.S. Tax (meets Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer)
All Pre-MAcc Intensive students are automatically considered for MAcc scholarships after completion of their Pre-MAcc courses with a GPA of a 3.0 or higher.
MAcc Intensive Admission Requirements
The David Eccles School of Business seeks candidates who are professional and ethical. These behaviors are considered when making admission decisions. Candidates are expected to demonstrate professional and ethical conduct and disposition in their interactions with program staff, fellow students, and faculty.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited 4-year institution. An academic or employment background specifically in business or accounting is not required to apply to the MAcc Intensive program.
- Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA, or last 60 credits hours GPA, of 3.0.
- You are required to list all colleges or universities you’ve attended and provide unofficial transcripts for each. Failure to do so may result in a delay in your application process.
- Unofficial transcripts must include the following information: your full name, the name of the school, semesters, course numbers, course titles, grades, semester GPAs, and cumulative GPA.
Complete an introductory financial accounting course with a B or better. Please connect with the MAcc admissions coordinator to verify acceptable courses.
- International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency to contribute to classroom discussions and interact with faculty and peers.
- The MAcc’s minimum score requirements are higher than The University of Utah’s. You must earn a composite score of a 90 on the TOEFL, a 7.0 on the IELTS, or 105 on Duolingo (effective March 26, 2021).
- Thoroughly read and understand the English Language Proficiency policy, and how to send your scores. Note it takes approximately 4 weeks for us to receive your official score; please plan accordingly.
- Our TOEFL code is 4853 for the University of Utah. Please note that paper-based scores are not accepted. Send your TOEFL score.
- During or after the IELTS exam, you have the option to select the University of Utah to report your score electronically. Send your IELTS score.
- Duolingo: Please log into your Duolingo account, select the “Send Results” button next to your test results, and select the University of Utah as the receiving institution.
- We accept recommendations from professors with whom you know well and supervisors from your place of work.
- If you’re lacking in professional experience, we can accept recommendations from either a volunteer supervisor or an internship supervisor.
- Follow the instructions on the Recommenders section of the online application in order to request your letters of recommendation.
- Respond thoroughly to the required questions:
- What are your career goals? What are you currently doing and what actions will you take in the program to put yourself in the best position to achieve your career goals?
- Why do you feel prepared/qualified to join the MAcc Program?
- Optional response:
- The Admissions Committee will evaluate circumstances that may have affected your GPA. Take advantage of addressing any weaknesses in your application here.
- Make sure to update your resume.
- Include your employment history in reverse chronological order with titles, dates, and whether you worked part-time or full-time.
- Include your education in reverse chronological order and should indicate dates of attendance and degree(s) earned.
- You’re required to pay an application fee to submit your online application. Domestic applicants must pay $55.00 and International applicants must pay $65.00.
- Applicants who apply during the rolling deadline will pay an additional $30.00. This charge will be applied after November 15th for spring submission and after April 1st for summer and fall submission.
Meet the MAcc Intensive Class of 2019
