Accounting (BMAC)
Graduate Degree Program
R.H. Smith School of Business
Abstract
The MS in Accounting from the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business is the perfect complement to your career. With specializations, you can choose which path your career takes. Smith’s top-ranked faculty, reputation for being the among the best business schools in the Washington, D.C., region, scholarships and busy-season internships make this accounting program truly valuable.
The MS in Accounting program produces highly trained accounting professionals who are prepared for heightened accountability and the expanded role accounting plays in consulting, information management and strategic planning. You’ll learn to carry out the rigorous internal auditing required to meet today’s strict accounting and auditing standards.
Financial Assistance
Financial aid is available to qualified students in the form of fellowships, graduate assistantships, and scholarships.
Contact
Program information is available online at http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu. Please contact us at:
MBA/MS Admissions
Telephone: 301.405.2559
Email: masters@rhsmith.umd.edu
2303 Van Munching Hall
7699 Mowatt Lane
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Website: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Essay
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Recommendation (1)
- Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) - both optional
- CV/Resume
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline |
|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | |
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | August 1, 2025 |
| International Applicants | |
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants | March 14, 2025 |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Other Deadlines: rhsmith.umd.edu/apply
Program Website: rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/business-masters/academics/accounting
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions
The Office of Career Services (OCS) provides dedicated, professional support to help students launch their careers. The center links students directly to recruiters through a variety of services, including on- and off-campus recruitment and the online resume database. The OCS also participates in regional and national career forums and job fairs.
The Smith School is located in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia corridor. This region offers one of the highest concentrations of culture, diversity, and career opportunities in the country.
Visit our website at http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu for more specific information.