Utica College

Programme overview

The Accounting major at Utica University combines classroom instruction from faculty with professional experience to deliver practical, real‑world accounting education. The curriculum is designed to embed leadership, ethics, technology and a global perspective across accounting coursework.

What you'll study

The major offers two concentrations: public accounting and private accounting. The public accounting track is structured to begin students on the path to certification as a public accountant in New York State. Note: earning the B.S. alone does not satisfy New York’s CPA 150‑hour requirement, but completion of the B.S. together with Utica’s MBA in Professional Accountancy meets that requirement and makes graduates eligible to sit for the uniform CPA exam. The private accounting concentration emphasizes skills such as budgeting, cost analysis and preparation of financial statements. The program is integrated with other business areas—marketing, management and finance—and delivered by a faculty that includes tenure and adjunct professors and practitioners.

Entry requirements

The source page does not list specific admission criteria for the undergraduate accounting major. Prospective students should contact Utica University Admissions for current application requirements and deadlines.

Career prospects

Graduates have moved into roles in public accounting, private accounting, government and nonprofit organizations. Employers of alumni include regional and national firms and public agencies. The program cites a projected four percent employment growth for accountants and auditors between now and 2029 and states a current CPA employment rate of 99%.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The programme page does not detail scholarships or fees. Applicants should consult Utica University’s admissions and financial aid offices for information on available scholarships, assistantships, and other funding options.