BBA

Accounting

Learn more about studying Accounting as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    56,140USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug

Program overview

What Gonzaga University says about their program:

Our undergraduate accounting program provides a strong foundation for students to launch a career in the public or private sector, or pursue their Master in Accountancy degree. Recently ranked as #32 in the country by US News and World Report, our program boasts a diverse and challenging curriculum, dedicated and knowledgeable faculty, and strong connections to regional and national employers.

To develop ethical graduates highly qualified for professional careers in accounting and allied financial services positions in public accounting, corporate and other organizations. Our programs will be characterized by rigorous curricula offered in a personalized learning environment; to advance knowledge and application of accounting theory and practice our high quality faculty will be involved in a complementary mix of research and contributions to professional practice.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Students must achieve a 3.2 cumulative GPA, with junior year being no less than a 3.1 GPA, in a - college preparatory curriculum that results in a high school diploma.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Students must complete a Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL

    80

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • PTE

    56

  • TOEIC

    695

  • Duolingo

    120

Postgraduate

  • TOEFL

    80

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • iTEP

    4.5

Some programs may have different English proficiency requirements:

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

  • ACT

    23

  • SAT

    550

  • IB English A (Higher or Standard)

    Predicted 6+

  • GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O-Level in one of the courses

    English/English Language/English Literature or First Language English: B

  • Completed two years at any accredited U.S. institution of higher education and earned a B or higher in a combination of composition and/or speech classes
  • Students from the following English-speaking countries are automatically exempt from any English proficiency requirement

    Australia, Belize, Botswana, Canada (except Quebec), Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, New Zealand, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, United Kingdom, and any English speaking Caribbean country (Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago)

Postgraduate

  • Verification of English language proficiency from the Gonzaga University ISSS office
  • An official recommendation from Gonzaga University's English Language Center

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcript
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Personal essay and activities list
  • Application teacher evaluation

Postgraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcript
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement/Statement of purpose
  • Resume or CV
  • GMAT or GRE (depending on the program)
  • Interview (depending on the program)
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$54,380 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    From US$20,980 to US$24,320 per year

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What is the cost of living near Gonzaga University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652Range: $1,046 to $4,269
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349Range: $891 to $2,857
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214Range: $130 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61Range: $30 to $110
Monthly public transport pass$65Range: $35 to $138
Monthly grocery basket$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink$5Range: $3 to $9
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15Range: $11 to $23
Gym membership$45Range: $20 to $135

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Gonzaga University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.