Utica College

Programme overview

Utica University’s M.S. in Forensic Accounting is a 100% online, 30-credit master’s designed to be completed in two years. The curriculum embeds forensic accounting, auditing and investigative techniques throughout the program rather than confining them to a single course. The program is aligned with NYSED rules for CPA licensure and prepares students for additional professional credentials such as CAMS and CFE. Note: Utica’s online programs are available only to residents of New York state.

What you'll study

The program comprises ten courses (30 credits) that blend advanced accounting, forensic investigation, auditing and financial crime topics. Course work emphasizes fraud and money‑laundering investigation and prevention, litigation support and expert testimony, and the analytical methods used to detect and document financial wrongdoing. Forensic content is reinforced in both required and elective classes to develop investigative and technological skills used in financial forensics.

Entry requirements

Applicants do not need a bachelor’s degree in accounting; students with undergraduate degrees in other fields are welcomed. The program does not require GRE/GMAT scores. The curriculum was created in consultation with NYSED to meet CPA academic requirements for licensure in New York and many other states.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in public accounting, corporate security, law enforcement, financial institutions, government and consulting where forensic accounting expertise is needed. Typical job titles cited include Forensic Accountant, Internal Auditing Manager with fraud investigation skills, Forensic Accounting Manager, Operational Risk Consultant, Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist, Fraud Investigator, Financial Forensic Analyst, Senior Forensic Consultant, Internal Audit Director and expert witness work. The source examples list approximate earnings such as Forensic Accountant ($85,000/year) and Internal Auditing Manager with Fraud Investigation Skills ($104,762/year).

Scholarships & funding angle

Specific scholarship or tuition details are not provided on the program page. Prospective students should contact Utica University’s admissions and financial aid offices to explore institutional scholarships, grants, employer tuition assistance, and federal student aid options appropriate for graduate study.