Accounting
- WVU Parkersburg
Overview
Degrees in Accounting
The field of accounting offers challenging and rewarding opportunities, and we are committed to providing students the education and technical knowledge necessary to enter the accounting field to pursue a successful career in today’s increasingly competitive job market.
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting (BSBA) gives students a strong background in business skills and competencies by combining traditional curriculum and individual attention from professors who have experience in a variety of fields and industries. We are intent on giving you “real” business world knowledge, guiding you into career specializations that will provide strong earning potential and stability in the economic climate of the future.
Not to mention, the BSBA in accounting plus 30 hours prepares graduates to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in WV.
Programs
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting
Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) is a traditional four-year degree in business. The BSBA provides a theoretical basis in the functional areas of business including accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing. The degree includes more emphasis on quantitative analysis and production and operations management. Business law, ethics and diversity provide a background for a Master of Business Administration or CPA preparation.
Course Listing
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting
Careers
What Can I Do With This Degree?
Graduates will be able to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability or other financial activities within an organization.
Potential Careers
- Management Accountant
- Accounts Receivables/Payables Management
- Controller
- Government Accountant
- Credit Management
- Auditor
Costs
Tuition
Estimated rates for the 2024-2025 academic year. Additional course fees may apply and rates are subject to change.
*Early College fees may differ per program, for example, in Welding and Cosmetology.
| Residency | Per Credit Hour | Per Semester | Fall & Spring Semesters |
|---|---|---|---|
| WV & OH Residents | $188 – $260 | $2,256 – $3,120 | $4,512 – $6,240 |
| Non-Residents | $376 – $401 | $4,512 – $4,812 | $9,024 – $9,624 |
| High School Students | $50 | $600 | $1,200 |
Estimated Costs Of Attendance
Estimated total costs of attendance for students, varied based on residential status and living situation.
| Category | WV & Ohio Residents Living with Parents | WV & Ohio Residents NOT Living with Parents | Non-Residents Living with Parents | Non-Residents NOT Living with Parents |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Room & Board | $9,144 | $14,544 | $9,144 | $14,544 |
| Transportation | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Tuition & Fees | $5,783 | $5,783 | $10,506 | $10,506 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Miscellaneous | $1,173 | $2,273 | $1,173 | $2,273 |
| Total | $20,000 | $26,500 | $24,723 | $31,223 |
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Dr. Bobbi Marshall
Dean (Professional Studies Division)