University of Tulsa

What you'll study

The programme blends a general liberal-arts foundation with a focused accounting curriculum. Early years emphasise foundational subjects such as financial accounting, managerial accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and business statistics. Later years concentrate on professional accounting topics, typically including:

• Intermediate and Advanced Financial Accounting — preparation of and analysis of financial statements for different business entities.
• Cost and Managerial Accounting — internal decision-making, budgeting and performance measurement.
• Federal Taxation — individual and business tax issues and tax research techniques.
• Auditing and Assurance — audit methodology, internal controls and professional standards.
• Accounting Information Systems — accounting software, data flows, controls and system design.
• Forensic Accounting and Ethics — fraud examination, investigative techniques and professional ethics.
• Data Analytics for Accounting — use of spreadsheet tools, databases and analytics to support accounting decisions.
• Business Law and Corporate Governance — legal environment for business, contracts and governance frameworks.
• Capstone / Integrative Course — synthesis of accounting knowledge, often through case studies or a consulting-style project.

Students also complete general-education requirements and have opportunities to take electives in related areas such as finance, information systems and economics. The programme routinely offers experiential components — internships, practicum placements or an accounting lab — to connect classroom learning with workplace practice. Students intending to sit for the CPA examination will plan their course load (or pursue a postgraduate year) to meet professional hour requirements.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a high-school diploma or equivalent with a solid academic record. Successful candidates typically have strong performance in mathematics and quantitative subjects. Typical elements considered in admission include high-school grades, mathematics preparation, personal statement and any standardised-test results the university requires or considers.

Transfer applicants should demonstrate college-level coursework in foundational subjects (for example introductory accounting, economics or statistics) and provide transcripts from previous institutions. International applicants must meet the University of Tulsa's academic and English-language proficiency requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates from this programme move into a wide range of accounting and finance roles. Common first destinations include:

• Public accounting firms — roles in audit, tax and advisory services leading toward CPA licensure.
• Corporate accounting and finance — financial reporting, management accounting, budgeting and internal audit.
• Government and not-for-profit finance — accounting, grant reporting and compliance roles.
• Forensic accounting and fraud examination — investigative positions in firms, law enforcement or consulting.
• Accounting information systems and data analytics — roles integrating accounting expertise with systems, controls and analytics.

With additional professional qualifications (for example the CPA, CMA or CIA) or a postgraduate degree, graduates may progress to senior accounting, advisory or leadership positions, including controller, chief financial officer, auditor-manager or specialist consultant.

Why study at University of Tulsa

The University of Tulsa offers this programme within a business college environment that emphasises small class sizes, close faculty interaction and applied learning. Accounting students benefit from practical training opportunities such as internships with local and regional firms, an accounting lab or practicum experiences, and connections to Tulsa's corporate and energy-sector employers.

Faculty often combine academic expertise with professional experience, and the college provides career services focused on résumé development, interview preparation and employer engagement. Additionally, the programme prepares students for professional certification pathways and for further study should they choose to pursue graduate-level accounting or business qualifications.