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Accounting

At EIU, we believe Accounting is the language of business. In this program, you will not only learn basic business principles but also proper accounting practices, preparation of financial statements, tax, auditing, and much more.

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Why Study Accounting at EIU?

Our program holds AACSB Specialized Accounting Accreditation, so you graduate with a credential employers and grad schools recognize and trust.
95% of our Accountancy graduates land jobs or continue their education right after graduation.
From day one, coursework is designed to set you up to pass the CPA, CMA, CIA, and CFE exams.
Public accounting, corporate finance at companies like Caterpillar and State Farm, or government and nonprofit work — an EIU accounting degree opens every door.
You'll graduate with sharp analytical thinking, strong ethics, tech fluency, and communication skills that make you a leader from your first day on the job.

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"I chose to attend EIU for its academic programs and location. EIU has a strong business program that I knew I wanted to attend since high school. The location of EIU was also very appealing to me as it is close to family and has a small town feel."

Melia Eskew

Accounting | Class of 2026

Hands-On Experience

Earn academic credit through internships with real companies, applying what you learn in the classroom to real accounting work.
Combine an internship, a finance minor, and graduate-level coursework to knock out Illinois's 150-hour CPA requirement while you're still at EIU.
The Student Accounting Society connects you with career professionals, faculty, and fellow students — plus insight into Beta Alpha Psi, the national accounting honor society.
Through service-learning projects, you'll give back to the local community while building real experience for your resume.
Two annual Career and Internship Fairs put you directly in front of the companies that hire EIU accounting grads.

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What You'll Learn

The Accountancy minor strengthens your ability to analyze and use accounting data and increases your understanding of business, preparing you for more career opportunities. It is a fit if you are a business major who wants stronger accounting skills. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the School of Business, and the minor may be awarded only to students who also complete a business major.

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