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
    14,770USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep

Program overview

What Midwestern State University says about their program:

The accounting major prepares students for entry into the accounting profession. Accounting is the "language of business" and is important in every type of organization. The insights provided by an in-depth preparation in accounting are an important addition to the management capabilities of entrepreneurs and managers. Individuals who do well in this area generally enjoy working with the development and analysis of financial information.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • 3.0 to 4.0 GPA, Automatic Admission
  • 2.75 to 2.99 GPA, Unconditional Admission, if curriculum includes at least 2 courses of Pre-AP, AP, IB, Honors or Dual credit
  • 2.50 to 2.74 GPA, Conditional Admission
  • 2.25 to 2.49 GPA, MSU Bridge Program

SAT/ACT scores are still required for consideration of TSI Exemption

Postgraduate academic requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA

English proficiency

  • TOEFL

    79

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE

    53

Entry requirements

Official GRE or GMAT scores (GMAT for MBA students only) must be sent directly to Midwestern State University Admissions (School Code: 6408).

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Official transcripts
  • Application fee
  • Proof of financial support

Postgraduate

  • Graduate School Application and $50 non-refundable Graduate School Application fee.
  • Official transcripts from all college coursework
  • Official credentials evaluation, required if previous college work completed at a school outside the U.S.
  • Transcript must be translated and evaluated by a NACES accredited service.
  • Departmental Application (only required for certain programs)
  • Letters of recommendation (only required for certain programs)
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Fees and funding

Midwestern State University prides itself on its affordability for all students choosing to invest in their future. Your tuition and fees entitle you to campus services such as free admission to athletic and fine arts events, access to the wellness center and renovated library, and use of the Mustang shuttle service.

At Midwestern State University, each graduate program is responsible for awarding scholarships to students in their program. International students are eligible to receive departmental scholarships and encouraged to apply for departmental funding to make the cost of attendance even more affordable. Additionally, international students are encouraged to apply for Graduate Assistantships.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$14,770 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    US$9,877 per year

The tuition fee displayed already includes an automatic discount for Studee students

Funding

Good Neighbor Program

- Provide tuition assistance to students from nations of the Western Hemisphere (other than the United States of America or Cuba) - Encourage students to pursue higher education in the state of Texas and establish beneficial relationships between the state of Texas and the students’ home countries **Requirements** - Be a native-born citizen and resident of an eligible country (Argentina, Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Belize, Canada, Chile, Clipperton Island, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago, Uruguay, Venezuela) - Intend to return to the eligible country to live after completing the program of study; - Not be a dual citizen of an eligible country and the United States of America; - Have resided in the Western Hemisphere for at least five years; - Not be a member of the Communist Party; - Have met the basic scholastic and other admissions requirements of a participating institution; - Have filed a selective service statement of registration status and proof of status with their institution; - Be recommended for the exemption by a participating institution that the applicant currently attends or will attend; and - Be selected by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for exemption. **Award Amount** - The award exempts an eligible person from the payment of tuition for 12 months beginning with the fall term or semester. - Exemption from tuition is only for courses in which the institution receives formula funding (i.e., a course that does not depend solely on student tuition and fees to cover its costs).

Freshmen Scholarships

- $3500 for Freshmen Scholar, SAT or ACT 1500/34 AND Top 5% - $2500 for Freshmen Distinction, SAT or ACT 1420/31 OR 6 to 10% - $2000 for Freshmen Excellence, SAT or ACT 1240/26 OR 11 to 15% - $1500 for Freshmen Outstanding, SAT or ACT 1160/24 OR 16 to 25% - $750 for Freshmen Achievement. SAT or ACT 1070/21 OR 26 to 35%
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What is the cost of living near Midwestern State 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$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Midwestern State 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.

USA student visa requirements