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Application Deadlines
Our application closes after the last deadline for the academic year. If you have questions about our program or the application process, please contact us.
| Class of 2026 Application Deadlines | |
|---|---|
| 1 | September 15, 2024 |
| 2 | October 20, 2024 |
| 3 | December 1, 2024 |
| 4* | February 16, 2025 |
| 5* | March 23, 2025 |
| Final* | May 1, 2025 |
*Limited to U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
Admissions Criteria
Incoming students need to have demonstrated strong academic performance in prior university studies with significant, proven quantitative experience and aptitude.
Students must have completed introductory courses in the following subject areas from an accredited school, with a grade of B or better. Each candidate's academic background is considered, and additional prerequisite requirements will be determined on an individual basis.
- Financial and Managerial Accounting
- Mathematics and Applied Statistics
- Economics
- Finance
Prerequisite coursework must be done on campus, in person at an AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accredited university. Most students are admitted to the program before coursework requirements are met.
In addition to academic coursework, our students carry themselves with professional composure and a mature, professional presence. They are exceptional communicators with keen interpersonal savvy, a sensitivity to multiple stakeholder perspectives, and the ability to make high-quality decisions with integrity. Vanderbilt MAcc Valuation students are ambitious, focused, and committed to learning from experience and pursuing continuous development.
How to apply
You are about to take the first step toward enhancing your professional potential, expanding your career possibilities and discovering a new community of bright people from all over the world.
Application Requirements
In addition to the completed online application and $100 non-refundable application fee, you will be required to provide the following:
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TUITION,
LOANS &
SCHOLARSHIPS
We recognize that business school is a significant investment in your personal and professional development. We are committed to helping students afford the cost of tuition by offering scholarships and low-interest loan options.
However you choose to finance your Vanderbilt MAcc degree, know that the competitive internships and jobs that our students secure often make the loan payback period significantly shorter. With such a high rate of return, this 12-month program is an investment worth making. For more information, view our exceptional outcomes.
EVENTS & CAMPUS VISITS
We offer ongoing opportunities to help you learn more about our program and get to know our community. You can connect with us on-campus, off-campus, and virtually with our Recruiting & Admissions Team, students, and faculty.
Admissions Events
CONNECT WITH A STUDENT
Are you curious what it’s like to be a Vanderbilt MAcc student? Want to know more about our student life experience, living in Nashville, or the culture? We encourage you to reach out to our MAcc Admissions Ambassadors and learn more about life at Vanderbilt.
Meet Your Team
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Vanderbilt is a place where you will be challenged to achieve your potential, find support as you shape your future, discover lifelong friends and mentors and open doors to new possibilities. Find out more about diversity and inclusion at Vanderbilt here.
MAcc Class of 2025 Profile
- 37 Class Size
- 22 Average Age
- 3.7 Average GPA
- 25 Universities Represented
- 38% Women
FAQ
Program Information
Q. Do you accept applications for spring entry into the MAcc Valuation program?
A.
No. We accept applications for fall entrance only.
Q. Do you offer a part-time MAcc Valuation program?
A.
No, the MAcc Valuation program is designed to be a full-time, one-year intensive program with a structured curriculum and partner firm recruitment process.
Q. Will I be CPA license eligible if I complete the Vanderbilt MAcc Valuation program?
A.
We work closely with NASBA CPAES and the Tennessee State Board to ensure that our program meets the educational requirements for licensure in the state of Tennessee.
Q. Does the MAcc Valuation program offer a CPA prep course?
A.
Vanderbilt MAcc students prepare and sit for the CPA exam using the Becker CPA Review Course. The Vanderbilt MAcc program has partnered with Becker, and students study and sit for all four parts between graduation and the start of full-time employment. Standard industry practice is for new incoming associates to start work full-time in September. It is expected that students will sit for the CPA exam concurrent with the Becker course. Partner firms pay for the cost of the Becker CPA review once a full-time job is accepted. If the student's cost is not covered by his/her employer, or he/she has not accepted a full-time position, the student is responsible for the cost of the Becker CPA review.
Q. When do students matriculate each year?
A.
Classes begin in early
August. Orientation is required for all incoming students and typically begins
2 weeks before classes. The MAcc program has a structured curriculum and
partner firm recruitment process, as you can see by viewing our academic and
recruiting calendar here.
Q. Will I take the CFA exam during the program?
A.
The CFA exam is three levels. Students in our program will study for Level 1 in the fall semester and take the Level 1 exam in November.
Q. Is it possible for MAcc students to live in university housing on campus?
A.
No. On-campus housing is limited to undergraduate students. For more information, please visit Vanderbilt University's web-based Off-Campus Housing Service. Additionally, The Broadview at Vanderbilt is a new community available to graduate and professional students located just steps from campus in the heart of midtown. Students who live close to Vanderbilt generally walk or bike to campus. Most students have cars, but this is a personal decision.
Q. Will I be included in Owen's social structure (student organizations, Closing Bell, etc.)?
A.
Owen's active student body offers a number of opportunities to get involved outside of the classroom, and MAcc students will have access to all professional and social clubs
Admission Information
Q. Do you require any full-time experience? If I have full-time work experience, can I still apply?
A.
While the majority of our students apply for the Vanderbilt MAcc Valuation program directly out of an undergraduate program, we do welcome applicants who have between one and three years of full-time work experience. When we evaluate your application, we consider all full-time work, military experience, part-time work, internships, co-op assignments, summer jobs, volunteer work and campus involvement/leadership.
Q. Does a particular background give me any advantage in the admissions process?
A.
No. We seek students from a wide variety of backgrounds. Diversity in all forms—academic, professional, cultural, ethnic, gender, geographic, socioeconomic and so on—is an important component of the Vanderbilt MAcc Valuation experience. In terms of academic background, we encourage students from diverse disciplines to apply. We do look for students with strong quantitative skills and require several prerequisites that lend themselves to majors in business, finance, accounting, economics or math. However, we do not require that you have a certain major as long as you are able to complete the prerequisites prior to matriculating into our program.
Q. Does the Vanderbilt MAcc Valuation program accept transfer students or transfer credits?
A.
No. Most top business schools do not accept transfer students or transfer credits.
Q. What are your prerequisites? Do I have to have them completed before I apply?
A.
Incoming MAcc Valuation students need to have demonstrated strong academic performance in prior university studies, with significant, proven quantitative experience and aptitude. Students must have completed the following courses from an accredited school, with a grade of B or better. Many students are admitted to the program before this requirement is met. Any additional prerequisite requirements will be determined on an individual basis, as some students may need to develop core competencies prior to the start of the program.
- Financial Accounting
- Managerial Accounting
- Mathematics and Applied Statistics
- Economics
- Finance
Q. Will you admit international students?
A.
We have admitted international students with very strong English language skills who have lived or studied in the U.S. We require all our students to have very strong communication skills and have the ability to work in a team environment with a variety of people. Therefore, we will intensely evaluate you on these skill sets during the application process.