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Tuition USD 8,481 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 2,455 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2004-04-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Wilmington, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Accountancy at University of North Carolina Wilmington is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Accountancy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 8,481 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 2,455 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
  6. Location: Wilmington, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Accountancy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Federal Tax Research
  2. Estate Planning
  3. Taxation and Business Decisions
  4. Tax Planning Techniques
  5. Auditing Concepts
  6. International Management and Strategy
  7. Systems Assurance
  8. Human Resource Management
  9. Risk Based Auditing
  10. Business Database Systems

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for admission for graduate study at UNC Wilmington applicants must:

  1. Hold a bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in this country or its equivalent in a foreign institution. The Graduate School will determine equivalency of international baccalaureate degrees.
  2. Have a strong overall academic record with a B average or better in the basic courses prerequisite to the area of proposed graduate study.
  3. Meet any additional admission requirement(s) as outlined by the graduate program.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Recommendations are required by some, but not all, programs. Recommendations are completed and must be submitted through the online application. During the application process, applicants will be prompted to enter the names and contact information of their recommenders. Once the recommender information has been saved, an e-mail notification will be sent on the applicant\xc2\x92s behalf, prompting the recommender to complete the form. The application may be submitted prior to recommender completion. Self-monitor the progress from your online application and application checklist.

TEST SCORES

Test Scores dated older than five years are not acceptable. Official scores must be sent directly to the Graduate School at UNCW. Make sure to include your full name, birthdate, and gender on your test scores. Failure to do so may delay the processing of your application. If the exam will be taken at a later date (no later than four weeks prior to the published program deadline) you may enter the date the exam will be taken and submit the application. Please note that official scores still need to be sent to the Graduate School if the exam is taken at a later date.

APPLICATION FEE

A $60 USD (non-transferrable and non-refundable) application fee is due upon submission and is payable by MasterCard or Visa via the online application.

TRANSCRIPTS

The Graduate School requires one (1) official transcript (official transcripts are received in a sealed envelope from the awarding institution or electronically delivered via an approved third party vendor) from each university, college, community college, junior college and high school dual enrollment institution attended. Transfer credit listed on another institution\'s transcript is not acceptable. If you do not request one (1) official transcript from each institution attended, the processing of your application will be delayed.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • An official application for graduate admissions
  • Official transcripts of all college work (graduate and undergraduate). Note that if you attended UNCW, you do not have to request UNCW transcripts.
  • Transcripts from foreign institutions must be evaluated by, a credentials agency before submission to UNCW. UNCW only accepts evaluations from the World Education Service or Educational Credential Evaluators.
  • Official test scores:

Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)

On - Campus GMAT Preparation Courses - Next prep course is June 6 and June 7, 2015

Note that scores more than five years old will not be accepted.

The UNCW institution code for the GMAT is 5907

Economically distressed applicants may contact Karen Barnhill to request an application for GMAT fee waiver

  • TOEFL (79 points on iBT) or IELTS (6.5 points) (required for non-native English speakers)
  • Three letters of recommendation by individuals who can comment on the applicant\'s potential for successful completion of a master\'s degree program. (only electronic references submitted as part of the on-line application process will be accepted)
  • Applicant\'s resume (curriculum vitae)
  • A non refundable application fee of $60.00
  • International students requiring visa sponsorship must also complete the international student forms and provide proof of financial support

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 8,481 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 2,455 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 8,481 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 2,455 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of North Carolina Wilmington directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of North Carolina Wilmington

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University of North Carolina Wilmington

Wilmington, United States

University of North Carolina Wilmington is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2004-04-18
  • Start Date 2018-08-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months