Associate of Applied Science Degree│2 Years│66 Credits│Online, Beaver Dam, Fond du Lac, West Bend│Eligible for Financial Aid
Turn your passion for numbers and details into a rewarding career. Get started in the Accounting associate degree program at Moraine Park Technical College and snag the job of your dreams in as little as two years!
Students gain an in-depth look at all facets of the accounting world, including teamwork, communication skills, ethical standards for accountants, the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and various accounting software programs. Graduates are familiar with:
- Auditing
- Financial and cost principles
- Analyzing financial and business information
- Processing financial data for reporting and planning purposes
- Risk management and decision-making
- Perform payroll preparation
- Tax accounting
- Digital systems like QuickBooks™ and other software
Career opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following professions:
- Accountant
- Payroll Accountant
- Cost Accountant
- Staff Accountant
- Individual Income Tax Preparer
Earn certificates, technical diplomas and an associate degree along this career pathway. Start with some courses for entry-level employment, and continue with additional courses for higher wages and job advancement.
Course requirements are subject to change. Visit our catalog for up-to-date information.
| SEMESTER 1 | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| 101-112 | Accounting 1 | 4 |
| 101-138 | Data Management, Analysis and Reporting | 3 |
| 101-141 | Payroll Accounting | 3 |
| 103-159 | Computer Literacy – Microsoft Office | 1 |
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| 890-101 | College 101 | 2 |
| Mathematics Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 19 | |
| SEMESTER 2 | ||
| 101-114 | Accounting 2 | 4 |
| 101-123 | Income Tax Accounting | 3 |
| 101-134 | Introduction to Finance | 3 |
| 101-154 | Applied Accounting | 3 |
| Communication Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| SEMESTER 3 | ||
| 101-115 | Accounting 3 | 4 |
| 101-125 | Cost Management | 3 |
| 101-130 | QuickBooks | 3 |
| Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| Social Science Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| SEMESTER 4 | ||
| 101-128
or 105-152
|
Auditing
or Business Practicum
|
3 |
| 101-145 | Integrated Accounting Applications | 3 |
| 101-158 | Accounting Capstone | 3 |
| 105-160 | Business Law | 3 |
| Social Science Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 66 | |
Tuition Costs
This is a 66-credit program. The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors such as total credits required, textbooks and the financial aid you receive. Some programs have additional costs such as uniforms, technology and equipment.
- $143.45 per credit (resident)
- $215.18 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.
- Please refer to the Tuition & Fee Information for additional enrollment fee information.
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Credits:
Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take a couple of weeks so plan ahead. View and begin standard admissions steps.
If you have any questions or need help with the process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to any of our recruiters or contact us at admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.
High school dual credit provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school, without leaving their high school classroom. The courses are taught by certified high school instructors using technical college curriculum, grading policies and textbooks.
Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.
Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.
Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.
Our recruiters on any of the three campuses are ready to help you plan your future!