Eastern Washington University

What you'll study

This programme combines core accounting courses with a broader business curriculum and general education requirements. You will study financial accounting, managerial (cost) accounting, intermediate accounting, tax accounting, auditing, and accounting information systems, along with supporting topics such as business law, finance, and ethics. The curriculum typically includes a capstone course or practicum that integrates accounting knowledge in real‑world projects and opportunities for internships with regional employers.

• Introductory and Foundation: Principles of Financial Accounting, Principles of Managerial Accounting, Business Communication.
• Core Accounting: Intermediate Accounting I & II, Cost/Managerial Accounting, Federal Taxation, Auditing and Assurance Services, Accounting Information Systems.
• Advanced and Integrative: Advanced Accounting topics, Ethics in Accounting, Accounting Capstone or Senior Project, elective seminars in specialised areas (forensic accounting, non‑profit accounting, governmental accounting).
• Business and Quantitative Support: Business Law, Corporate Finance, Business Statistics or Quantitative Methods, and general education requirements.
• Experiential Learning: Internship placements, practicum projects, student accounting organisations and career fairs to build employer connections.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a high school diploma or equivalent, or to transfer from an accredited post‑secondary institution. Admissions consider the overall academic record and preparatory coursework; recommended high school subjects include mathematics (algebra, precalculus), English and introductory economics. Transfer applicants should provide college transcripts and may be eligible for credit for prior coursework.

Because accounting builds on quantitative and communication skills, students without previous business courses may be required to take introductory or bridge classes before progressing to upper‑division accounting courses. Prospective students should consult Eastern Washington University admissions and the business school advising office for specific GPA expectations, placement testing and any prerequisite requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates enter a wide range of roles across public accounting firms, corporate finance departments, government agencies and non‑profit organisations. Typical positions include:

• Staff Accountant or General Ledger Accountant
• External Auditor or Assurance Associate
• Tax Associate or Tax Advisor
• Management/Cost Accountant and Financial Analyst
• Forensic Accountant and Internal Auditor
• Positions in governmental accounting and non‑profit financial management

Many graduates pursue professional credentials such as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA), which generally requires additional credit hours and passing a professional exam, or continue to graduate study such as a Master of Accounting or MBA to advance into senior financial and leadership roles.

Why study at Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University offers a regional campus experience with small class sizes and access to faculty who combine academic teaching with practical professional experience. The programme emphasises applied learning—through internships, community projects and career services—helping students build local employer networks in Spokane and the surrounding region. Support services include academic advising for accounting majors, preparation for professional exams, and student organisations that provide networking and leadership opportunities. The university’s location also provides access to internships and entry‑level positions across public accounting firms, private industry and state and local government employers.