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LSU Alexandria

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting

LSU Alexandria's Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting is a cohort-based program with live online instruction from practicing CPAs. At ~$10,200 total for 30 credits, it explicitly meets Louisiana State Board requirements and includes a dedicated Student Success Coach.

Updated July 27, 2026

Program Highlights

Instruction by practicing CPAs and accounting professionals
Dedicated Student Success Coach for each student
Explicitly meets Louisiana State Board requirements
Affordable at $340/credit ($10,200 total)

Program Details

Tuition

$10,590

Credits

30 credits

Duration

Seven-week terms, six starts per year

Format

Online

Accreditation

ACBSP

CPA Ready

Meets 150-Hour Requirement

Tuition, fees, and program details are subject to change. Verify current pricing directly with LSU Alexandria before making enrollment decisions.

Curriculum Highlights

Financial AccountingIntermediate Accounting I & IIFederal Income TaxAuditing and AssuranceCost and Managerial AccountingAccounting Information Systems

Admission Requirements

1Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent with 2.0+ GPA
2Financial and Managerial Accounting prerequisites completed
3No GMAT/GRE required
4Cohort application deadlines apply

Things to Consider

Synchronous format requires attending live sessions
Windows-based PC required (Chromebooks and Macs incompatible with course software)
Cohort-based with fixed start dates (limited entry points)
ACBSP accreditation (not AACSB)
LIFTS Profile

Program Learning Profile

See how LSU Alexandria's program scores across five key dimensions that help match you to the right CPA review course.

L

Learning Format

How the program delivers education

Campus-Based
Hybrid
Synchronous Online
Asynchronous Online
I

Investment

Total program cost

Under $10K
$10K - $25K
$25K - $50K
Over $50K
F

Flexibility

Schedule and pacing options

Full-Time Only
Some Flexibility
Part-Time Available
Fully Self-Paced
T

Time to Complete

Expected program duration

Under 12 Months
12-18 Months
18-24 Months
Over 24 Months
S

Support

Student services and career resources

Minimal
Online Support
Academic Advisors
Full Career Services

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State Eligibility

This program meets CPA education requirements in the following states. Always verify current requirements with your state board.

Common Questions

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting FAQ

Upper-level accounting courses use specialized software (e.g., tax and audit applications) that is only compatible with Windows. Chromebooks, tablets, and Macs cannot run the required software.
Students enter as a group on set start dates and progress through courses together. The next cohort starts May 11, 2026 (application deadline April 6, 2026). This creates a structured, supportive learning community.
The program explicitly meets Louisiana State Board requirements. Most other states accept credits from ACBSP-accredited institutions for CPA exam eligibility, but verify with your specific state board.