Overview

The Accounting B.B.A. at North Central College provides a rigorous academic foundation for students aiming to excel in the dynamic fields of financial reporting, consulting, and data analysis. This programme integrates a comprehensive business core with specialised technical training to ensure graduates can navigate complex economic landscapes and provide impactful financial insights to diverse stakeholders.

Why Accounting at North Central College?

Students benefit from early hands-on experience, with opportunities to engage in professional activities starting in their first year. The School of Business & Entrepreneurship features a state-of-the-art Bloomberg Finance Lab, allowing students to conduct real-time market research and data analytics. The curriculum is specifically aligned with the Uniform CPA Examination requirements, and the institution provides dedicated faculty mentorship to help students navigate state licensure pathways. Additionally, the college offers unique scholarship opportunities for the Certified Management Accountant examination and hosts an active Student Accounting Society for professional networking.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 46810 per year
National fee: USD 46810 per year
Local fee: USD 46810 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum includes a comprehensive business core alongside specialised subject matter. Modules may include:

Financial Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Corporate Finance
Accounting Information Systems
Auditing and Attestation
Cost Accounting
Intermediate Accounting
Principles of Taxation
Fraud Examination

Careers with Accounting

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles across public accounting firms, private corporations, government agencies, and non-profit organisations. Common career paths include becoming an assurance staff member, tax associate, financial analyst, or pension benefits specialist. North Central College alumni have secured positions at prestigious "Big Four" firms such as PwC, Deloitte, and EY, as well as organisations like Navistar, RSM, and Grant Thornton. The programme also serves as a strong pipeline for advanced studies, with graduates progressing to master's degrees at institutions such as the University of Notre Dame, University of Michigan, and DePaul University.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Globalization and Society

Financial Accounting

Managerial Accounting

Business Law and Ethics

Business and Economics Statistics

Business Strategy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Home students: You may apply for admission throughout the year, although it is encouraged you do so in the fall of your senior year.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Naperville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official high school transcripts/records and certification of graduation.

Transcripts should include all grades earned in the most recent three academic years.

If you haven't yet graduated, please submit official transcripts for the three most recent years and send your certificate after graduating.

Every international applicant is required to demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency. Applicants can meet our English proficiency requirement in a variety of ways!

Required Scores for Direct Admission:

TOEFL iBT Minimum score of 79

IELTS Total score of 6.5 or higher and with sub-scores of 6.0 or higher.

SAT Minimum score of 490 on the EBRW section

ACT Minimum score of 19 on the English section EIKEN Minimum Grade Pre-1

Pearson's English Test (PTE) Minimum score of 58

Duolingo English Test (DET) Minimum score 120

Duolingo English Test (DET) 100 - 119

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

46810 USD / year

≈ 46810 USD / year
Out-of-State

46810 USD / year

≈ 46810 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

46810 USD / year

≈ 46810 USD / year

Additional Details

Academic year fee: $47,340

Fall/Spring / Semester: $23,670

Living costs

Naperville

United States

1120 - 1880 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

At North Central, we offer a variety of competitive merit-based scholarships that are awarded based off G.P.A. Scholarships range from $28,000- $34,000 and are renewable for 4 years. Your achievements and special talents in other academic and activity areas, like education and the fine arts, could result in additional scholarship opportunities as well.

You're eligible for one of the international first-year or transfer scholarships if you are not a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or U.S. national. Learn more at the link. https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/admission/international-scholarships

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