Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for the MACDA program?
- If I participate in the program, can I work full-time?
- I work or live outside of Pennsylvania. Is it still possible to participate in the program, even if I am not close to Villanova campus?
- Is the program accredited?
- Do the 30 credit hours earned in this program count toward the 150-hour requirement that many states have in order to become a certified public accountant?
- What is the MACDA to MBA option?
- What is the tuition for the program?
General Questions
Who is eligible for the MACDA program?
If you are a college graduate you may enroll in the MACDA program without taking additional undergraduate courses.
As part of our MACDA evaluation process, we review candidate transcripts for the following pre-requisites to be completed prior to the start of classes:
- Intermediate Accounting I
- Intermediate Accounting II
- Federal Income Tax
- Audit
If I participate in the program, can I work full-time?
The Villanova MACDA is a rigorous one-year program combining classroom hours, coursework, a professional development program, and group work which requires a full-time commitment.
I work or live outside of Pennsylvania. Is it still possible to participate in the program, even if I am not close to Villanova campus?
The Villanova MACDA is a full-time program, so it’s essential that you are able to commute to Villanova’s Main Campus throughout the course of the program.
Is the program accredited?
Yes, all programs offered by the Villanova School of Business are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the professional accrediting body for business schools.
Curriculum / Course Requirements
Do the 30 credit hours earned in this program count toward the 150-hour requirement that many states have in order to become a certified public accountant?
Yes. The 30 credit hours you earn in the program, when combined with an appropriate undergraduate degree, meet the 150 hours required by many states.
What is the MACDA to MBA option?
Students who have completed the MACDA program have the option to apply for admission to the MBA Flex Track program, enabling them to transfer up to 12 credits into the MBA program.
Program Fees and Financial Aid
What is the tuition for the program?
The 2018-2019 academic year tuition for the entire program is $42,000. In addition, the university assesses a $50 general fee each semester.
Please note that if you require additional coursework beyond the standard curriculum, your tuition costs will be higher.
Financial aid in the form of student loans is available.
About VSB
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The Villanova School of Business is a premier educational institution that offers undergraduate programs, graduate programs and executive education. Founded in 1922, VSB is known for academic rigor; creativity and innovation; hands-on and service learning opportunities; a firm grounding in ethics and an applied education that prepares students to become outstanding leaders and global citizens within the ever-changing, complex, and fast-paced world of business.