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Accelerated Accounting Degree
Have you always dreamt of being an accountant or CPA? Can't wait to get started on your career? In Champlain's Accelerated Accounting program, you will experience the same high-quality and career-focused accounting curriculum as our four-year bachelor's degree, but you will graduate in three years' time.
Capitalize on the summer sessions after your first and second years to launch your accounting career ahead of schedule. By earning an Accounting degree in three years, you can sit for the CPA exam sooner, catch up to peers after a gap year, enter graduate school earlier, or simply start earning a competitive salary sooner. Champlain Accounting graduates almost always accept job offers—100% in relevant accounting positions—or enroll in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Whatever your reasons for choosing a three-year Accounting program, Champlain College and their dedicated faculty will support you in finding the right path to meet your goals.
This curriculum is intentionally designed to provide you will the full value of the Champlain College degree with a wide variety of immersive experiential learning opportunities. You can complete up to four internship opportunities, select a minor, and even study abroad while maintaining the rigorous pace of this program. Questions? Learn more below.
Accounting 3-Year Curriculum
Current students, refer to the catalog from your entry term for your major's curriculum.
Year 1
Year 1 Summer Semester Courses
Year 2
Year 2 Spring Semester Courses
- ACC 231 Intermediate Accounting II
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COR 3XX Take 6 COR credits at the 300 level
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Science w/ Lab
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General elective, minor course, or internship
Year 2 Summer Semester Courses
Year 3
Year 3 Fall Semester Courses
- ACC 325 Fundamentals of Federal Taxation
- MGT 150 Exploring Analytics Management
- BUS 310 International Business & Macroeconomics
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General Elective
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General Elective
Year 3 Spring Semester Courses
- ACC 420 Auditing
- CCC 410 Accounting Capstone
- ACC 370 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
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General elective, minor course, or internship
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General elective or minor course
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Will I still graduate with 120 credits?
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Yes! Students in the accelerated program will still graduate with the traditional 120 credits after just three years—this is the same high-quality, experience-focused degree program as our four-year Accounting degree. In order to graduate in three years, students continue taking classes in the summers after their first and second years.
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How many courses do I take each semester?
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The accelerated curriculum plans for 15 credits per semester, the same course load as a traditional four-year bachelor's degree at Champlain. Two of the semesters will be in the summers after the first and second years.
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What are the admission requirements for the Accelerated Accounting program?
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To be considered for admittance to the Accelerated Accounting program, students must submit the following materials:
- Transcript with a 3.0 GPA or higher
- A letter of recommendation (from a teacher or guidance counselor) that addresses the accelerated pace of this program
SAT and ACT test scores are optional and may be submitted if you choose.
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Are students required to complete an internship for this program?
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Yes—experiential learning is a priority at Champlain College. Students will complete an internship through the ACC 390: Accounting Internship course. The curriculum is intentionally designed to allow up to four internship opportunities.
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Do students get credit for internships?
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Yes—the program curriculum includes a course, ACC 390: Accounting Internship, that provides academic credit for an internship. For ACC 390, as well as any additional internship opportunities you'd like to pursue, your Career Coach and Faculty Advisor will help you find the ideal placements to advance your career.
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Can students still declare a minor?
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The 3-year curriculum does allow for students to pursue a minor if they are interested in doing so. For instance, a minor in Actuarial Studies or Forensic Accounting will be a fantastic career-building complement to your Accounting major.
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Does Champlain accept AP/transfer credits?
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Yes, Champlain accepts AP courses with an exam score of four or five, and college classes completed with a final grade of 75 or higher.
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Does Champlain offer CPA exams?
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The CPA exam is administered by the AICPA. Champlain College has a long history of students who successfully go on to obtain their CPA license. We have worked to align our degree requirements with the requirements for the State of Vermont. If you wish to become licensed outside of Vermont, Champlain College faculty will work with you to ensure that you complete the required course.
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How many credits do I need to become a CPA?
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Professionals are typically required to have 150 academic credit hours completed before they can obtain a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. If you're interested in CPA licensure, you and your Advisor will create a plan over the course of your studies to determine how you'll reach the education, experience, and exam requirements for eligibility.
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Helpful resources can be found at thiswaytocpa.com.
