U of A Offering Online Accounting Degree

The Sam M. Walton College of Business now offers an online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in accounting, in addition to its online general business program. To earn the degree, students must complete 120 credit hours including 24 hours of major course work in accounting. 

"Walton College is committed to providing the best academic environment for Arkansans, no matter where they live or work," said Matthew Waller, dean of the Walton College. "With our online programs, we provide opportunities for students to pursue a degree whether they are new to college, completing a degree they may have started years ago, or seeking an additional degree to enhance their skillset."

The online program is open to any student who is eligible for admission to the University of Arkansas. It provides a more flexible schedule for those seeking a non-traditional path to higher education. 

"Online degree programs provide the flexibility needed by some students to overcome barriers of time, distance and life demands," said Don Judges, vice provost for Distance Education. "The new online accounting degree is the perfect complement to the U of A's growing list of online bachelor's and graduate degree programs."

Coursework includes pre-business core, business core and upper-division business classes and will be taught by the same Walton College faculty who teach the traditional semesters as offered by the University of Arkansas. 

"Adding the online accounting degree program reflects our ongoing efforts to advance the college's vision for being a catalyst for transforming lives," said Gary Peters, chair of the Department of Accounting.

Walton College is one of the Top 30 Public Business Schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.  Through the online degree program, Walton College students may enter or advance in the workplace with strong knowledge of accounting principles and skills, taught by an AACSB-accredited institution. To learn more about this and other online U of A programs, visit online.uark.edu.