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Bachelor of Science

Accounting (B.S.)

Students will graduate understanding the fundamental language of business: accounting. By mastering core concepts in taxation, auditing, and information systems, they will significantly enhance their career trajectory.
Accounting Students work to balance equations on a whiteboard.

Accounting Introduction

Students can enter the program without an accounting or business background and participate in learning experiences with professional and academically qualified faculty. Their studies prepare them for graduate studies and immediate contributions to the modern workforce. Student learning includes development of the functional knowledge, technical skills, and professionalism necessary to become successful leaders in their homes, the Church, and career.

Highlighted Courses

Build core financial and analytical skills through courses in financial and managerial accounting, auditing, taxation, cost accounting, business law, and accounting information systems.
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ECON 150
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ACCTG 201
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ACCTG 202
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ACCTG 321
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ACCTG 322
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ACCTG 354
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BUS 375
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FIN 401
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Graduate Career-Ready

Graduates with a degree in Accounting have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries

Graduates enjoy an average starting salary range of $55,000 to $80,000, with high growth potential as you progress toward senior or CPA-certified roles. This "universal passport" degree provides a secure financial foundation and plentiful opportunities for hybrid or remote work across public, corporate, and governmental sectors.

Common Career Paths

Launch your career as a staff accountant or financial analyst before advancing into high-impact leadership roles like Controller, Tax Manager, or CFO. Whether you choose the fast-paced environment of a global firm or specialized advisory roles, your accounting training will be the versatile foundation for a career in any industry.

Preparation for Grad School

This program serves as a robust launchpad for prestigious Masters of Accountancy (MAcc), Masters of Taxation, or MBA programs. You will graduate with the rigorous technical and ethical training required to excel in law school or specialized graduate studies at top-tier universities worldwide.

AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

AI in Accounting
We treat AI as a powerful tool for discovery, integrating it into our curriculum to ensure you can navigate the modern workplace with technical confidence. By focusing on the intersection of technology and discipleship, we prepare you to use artificial intelligence responsibly to lead teams and make high-level strategic decisions.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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