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Southern New Hampshire University

Graduate Certificate in Accounting

SNHU's Graduate Certificate in Accounting provides 18 credits toward CPA eligibility at $659 per credit. Aligned to the CPA Core + Disciplines format, it's ideal for career changers or those needing additional credits.

Updated July 27, 2026

Program Highlights

Curriculum aligned to CPA Core + Disciplines format
Affordable at $659/credit ($11,862 total)
Flexible 8 or 10-week terms
Credits stack toward MS in Accounting

Program Details

Tuition

$11,862

Credits

18 credits

Duration

6-12 months

Format

Online

Accreditation

ACBSP

CPA Ready

Partial Credits

Tuition, fees, and program details are subject to change. Verify current pricing directly with Southern New Hampshire University before making enrollment decisions.

Curriculum Highlights

Financial AccountingManagerial AccountingIntermediate Accounting I & IIAuditingTax Accounting

Admission Requirements

1Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
2No GMAT/GRE required
3No minimum GPA requirement
4Rolling admissions - multiple start dates

Things to Consider

Certificate alone may not meet all CPA requirements
ACBSP accreditation (not AACSB)
May need additional courses for some states
LIFTS Profile

Program Learning Profile

See how Southern New Hampshire University'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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Common Questions

Graduate Certificate in Accounting FAQ

The certificate provides 18 graduate credits toward the 150-hour requirement. Whether it's enough depends on your current credits and state requirements. Many students use it to fill gaps in their accounting coursework.
Yes, all 18 credits can apply toward SNHU's MS in Accounting if you choose to continue. This makes it a low-risk way to start graduate-level accounting coursework.
The program costs $659 per credit hour for 18 credits, totaling $11,862. SNHU offers rolling admissions with no application fee, and credits can stack toward their full MS in Accounting.