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    Accounting (MPAcc) - Seattle

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    Basic Information

    Degree Information

    Degree Offered: MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING
    CIP Code: 52.0303
    Campus: Seattle

    Admission Requirements and Contact Information


    Contact Information
    MPAcc Program Office
    Program Website
    +1 206-543-6595
    mpacc@uw.edu

    Requirements and Prerequisites
    Completion of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent. Please contact mpacc@uw.edu if you have any questions. Applications can be accepted while enrolled as an undergraduate, but all requirements must be met before the start of the program. If you are applying while you are enrolled in autumn term courses, please wait on submitting your application until you have completed the autumn term. Minimum of 3.0 GPA in a recognized degree (bachelors or masters) or as a cumulative GPA. If your transcripts do not use a 4.0 scale, please calculate your GPA into that scale.
    • Unofficial Transcripts
    • Resume
    • Written Essay
    • Recorded video interview
    • Recommendation
    • English Proficiency (if non-native English speaker)
    • GRE/GMAT: Optional/Not Required. The MPAcc program does not require a standardized entrance exam, but if you would like to submit a GRE or GMAT score to enhance your application, you are welcome to do so.
    GRE Requirements
    GRE Requirement: Optional/Not Required. Submitting GRE scores is not required. However, if official scores are submitted, they may be considered during the review process.
    More Information: The GMAT is an acceptable alternative to the GRE.
    Additional Instructions

    • Submit original, self written work. Use of AI tools, writing assistance platforms, or externally generated content is not permitted and may result in application denial.
    • Review the MPAcc website thoroughly before reaching out with questions. If you need additional assistance, please email mpacc@uw.edu and allow 5 US business days for a response.
    • We require transcripts from all colleges attended, except for study abroad or where 3 or less courses were completed. • Materials must be submitted through the portal, not by mail.
    • We are unable to review documents until your full application has been submitted.
    • Allow 5 business days for processing of submitted materials.
    • Please wait on submitting your application until your autumn term grades are posted.


    Non-Native English Speaker Information
    Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2.

    Program requirement: Minimum test scores for English: TOEFL- 92, Duolingo - 125, IELTS - 7.
    International Student Information
    Applicants who will need a visa should reference the International Applicant Information page. If admitted to the program, international students requesting an F1 or J1 visa will be required to provide financial ability documentation to the UW Graduate School.

    No departmental funding available.

    Program Deadlines


    Autumn 2026 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 10/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 08/03/2026

    Autumn 2026 - International:
    Open Date: 10/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 03/16/2026

    Autumn 2027 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 04/01/2026
    Deadline Date: 05/01/2026

    Autumn 2027 - International:
    Open Date: 04/01/2026
    Deadline Date: 05/01/2026

    Application Materials


    Portfolio
    1 Recommendation(s)
    Resume
    Statement of Purpose