Accounting Department

Why Study Accounting at CWU?

Our programs prepare you for a wide range of career paths in public accounting, corporate finance, government, and nonprofit organizations. We offer both traditional and online programs, providing you with the flexibility needed to balance an education with other commitments. Upon graduation, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today's dynamic and complex business environment.

"Central’s College of Business allowed me to be in a great position to succeed in transitioning into the job market by offering a vigorous curriculum that allowed me to develop both soft and hard skills that are applicable in a workplace environment." - Ruben Ramirez graduated in 2018 with a BS in Accounting and a BS in Business Administration with a Specialization in Finance. He now works for Boeing.

Degree Options

In the Accounting Department, you will learn accounting principles and practices, as well as essential skills in critical thinking and decision-making.

• Undergraduate
  • Accounting, BS
• Graduate
  • Master of Professional Accounting
  • Graduate Management Accounting Certificate
  • Graduate Professional Tax Practice Certificate
• Minors and Certificates
  • Accounting Minor
  • Accounting Certificate

Admissions

For general university admissions information, contact the Office of Admissions. For advising information, contact the Academic Advising Center.

Are you a graduate student? Contact the School of Graduate Studies and Research for admissions information.

Highlights

Industry Expertise

Accounting Advisory Council, made up of professionals in the accounting industry, serves as a bridge between the department and the business community. Its members’ experience and expertise assist in shaping future departmental programs and linking instruction to the financial services industry’s future needs.