Accounting Degree Online

Why Choose ODUGlobal for Accounting?

Accredited by the AACSB for Business and Accounting

Move your career forward with fluency employers trust. ODU’s online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting develops technical accounting knowledge along with communication, analytical and computer skills employers expect.

You’ll study core areas that support entry into the profession and prepare you for advanced business study. Graduates earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in accounting, with a foundation you can carry straight into the workplace or into an MBA.

Old Dominion University is among a select group with separate Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – International (AACSB) accreditation in accounting, a signal of program quality recognized across the industry.

Interested in earning an MBA or MPA?
You could earn graduate credits while you complete your ODU bachelor's degree. Check out our MBA Early Entry program or MPA Early Start program for details.

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Accounting Class Options

Classes in your online accounting program will help you in your future career. Some of the topics you'll study:

Principles of Financial Accounting
Concepts and procedures used in the preparation of financial statements, statement analysis, and financial decision making.
Principles of Managerial Accounting
Managerial accounting concepts and procedures including operational accounting.
International and Advanced Accounting
The study of accounting for international operations and business combinations.

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Program Information

Minimum

30 Credit Hours

Total

120 Credit Hours

To earn this degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in accounting requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with our enrollment team to determine how your credits will transfer. The catalog can serve as a guide for planning your course of study.

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Accelerated Major Courses

Most courses in the major follow an accelerated 8-week format.

Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. You will access course materials and complete assignments online. The instructor may schedule specific deadlines for assignments or specific times to take exams.

This program is not intended to lead to a specific state-level license.

If you plan to pursue a professional license or credential, we encourage you to explore requirements through the appropriate credentialing agency or professional organization in your state.

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ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this accounting degree online. This agreement may grant academic credit to U.S. military service members and veterans for their experience and training, which may shorten the time to earn this bachelor's degree.

Minimum

30 Credit Hours

Total

120 Credit Hours

To earn this degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in accounting requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with our enrollment team to determine how your credits will transfer. The catalog can serve as a guide for planning your course of study.

Explore Accounting Courses in the Catalog

Accelerated Major Courses

Most courses in the major follow an accelerated 8-week format.

This program is not intended to lead to a specific state-level license.

Careers in Accounting

By completing our accounting degree online, you'll be ready to start your career in business. Our accounting graduates can also go on to an MBA program.

Accountants and Auditors

Growth

5.8%

Median Salary

$79,880

Financial Managers

Growth

16.5%

Median Salary

$156,100

Budget Analysts

Growth

3.9%

Median Salary

$84,940

Financial Examiners

Growth

21.0%

Median Salary

$84,300

Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

Growth

1.9%

Median Salary

$58,530

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents

$268 per credit hour*

Out-of-State Students

$444 per credit hour

Active duty military students may qualify for a discounted undergraduate tuition rate.

These tuition rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change.

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* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.

Scholarship & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are.

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This bachelor's program is available entirely online. If you’ve never taken college classes before, you'll apply to ODU as a freshman. Our enrollment team will guide you through the admissions process.

To complete this program, you will need to be accepted to ODU as a degree-seeking undergraduate student and apply to the BSBA program in the Strome College of Business.

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