Why ODU for Accounting?

Accredited by the AACSB for Business and Accounting

Many organizations choose their corporate executives from their pool of accountants. Their broad training makes accountants natural leaders. Join them with an online degree through ODUGlobal.

You'll learn technical accounting knowledge in this online bachelor's degree in accounting. Communication, analytical abilities, and computer skills will also be part of your key courses.

When you graduate, you will earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in accounting. You'll be ready to start your career or your MBA. Our graduates have found careers in the public and private sectors, research, teaching, consulting and government.

ODU's accounting program is part of a select group in the U.S. with separate accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business - International.

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 with Accounting major requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with an enrollment coordinator 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

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

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. 

Learn More About State Licensure Disclosures

ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this program. 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 with Accounting major requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with an enrollment coordinator 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

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

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. 

Learn More About State Licensure Disclosures

ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this program. 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.

Careers in Accounting

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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Military Cost & Aid

* 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. 

Learn more about our scholarships

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Business Enrollment Team

Our dedicated enrollment team will guide your transition to ODUGlobal.

Tracy Munoz
Tracy Munoz
Enrollment Coordinator
1-800-968-2638
businessonline@odu.edu
Laura Stevens
Laura Stevens
Enrollment Coordinator
1-800-968-2638
businessonline@odu.edu

Ready to Apply?

This bachelor's program is available entirely online. If you’ve never taken college classes before, you'll apply to ODU as a freshman. We have enrollment coordinators to help 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.

Looking for on campus classes? Learn more by exploring odu.edu

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ODU has partnered with the Virginia Community College System and select educational institutions to make transferring easy. 

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