CertAch

Accounting

Learn more about studying Accounting as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate certificate
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    13,560USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug

Program overview

What Merritt College says about their program:

This Accounting Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for an entry-level position in accounting and bookkeeping. Accountants play an essential role in keeping businesses within their budgets, and this program offers real-world application of skills related to private accounting, institutional accounting, and other accounting career opportunities within the private and public sectors.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of High School/Secondary

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    67

  • IELTS 6.5
  • Duolingo

    89

English proficiency waivers

  • Applicants whose native language is English
  • Applicants who have taken college-level courses at a U.S. college/university

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Essay
  • Medical Examination Form
  • Bank statement
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$13,560 per year

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What is the cost of living near Merritt College?

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 Merritt College

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