Accountancy (BSBA)

This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2026-Spring 2027 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accountancy
Unit: Business (BU)
Department: Accountancy 
Academic Plan Code(s): ACCYBSB, ACCYBSBO

Program Information

This program can be completed 100% online.

The mission of the School of Accountancy is to prepare our students for successful accounting careers with a curriculum that reflects an entrepreneurial mindset, the global economy, and the importance of ethical practices. To enhance the intellectual and economic vitality of Louisville, Kentucky, the region, and the broader business community through our academic programs, research, and community outreach activities.

The University of Louisville Accountancy Program is separately accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).

Degree Summary

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To complete the degree in the minimum number of hours listed, some hours from the General Education Requirements must be satisfied by courses defined by the unit and/or program. Using other courses to satisfy General Education requirements will require additional hours to complete the degree requirements. See the Degree Requirements tab for specific coursework.

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College/School Requirements includes 6 hours of required courses that also cover General Education requirements.

Specific coursework information can be found on the Degree Requirements tab.

Departmental Admission Requirements

New Students and Transfer Students

Admission to the College of Business ensures admission to the BSB in Accountancy.

Current Students - Admission in Good Standing

Students must have both:

1. Earned a 2.8 cumulative GPA (students with an established UofL GPA may not include grades for coursework at another institution in consideration for admission); and
2. Completion of MATH 111 College Algebra - QR  or completion of MATH 180 Elements of Calculus - QR 

General Education Requirements  

All degrees require the completion of the University-wide General Education Program (link provided above).  Some General Education requirements may be met in the requirements for the major or supporting coursework, in which case additional electives may be required to complete the minimum hours for the degree.

College/School Requirements

Total of 53 includes 3 credit hours of ECON and 3 credit hours of MATH that are also counted in the 31 Gen Ed hours above.

Program/Major Requirements

Transfer students must take a minimum of 12 credit hours in their major within the College of Business. All 400-level accounting courses must be taken at UofL (either in-person or online).

Six hours of US & global perspectives courses are required and may be incorporated within the degree program.

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College/School Requirements include six hours of the General Education (3 hours Quantitative Reasoning and 3 hours Social & Behavioral Sciences).  A courses satisfying the General Education Oral Communication requirement (COMM 111, COMM 112 or HON 214 ) are required as prerequisite for BUS 301, but is not included in the required coursework.

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If MATH 205 is taken, there will be 4 total hours of math, reducing the amount of elective credit required to complete the degree.

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Completes 3 hours of Social & Behavioral Sciences General Education requirement.

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The following courses will also meet the statistics requirement: MATH 109, PSYC 301, SOC 301, ISE 360, MATH 360, PHST 302, POLS 390 or equivalent. 

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Co-op may be taken over more than one semester. No more than 3 credit hours may count towards the degree.  If a Co-op can not be completed, students can petition for an exception. 

Flight Plan

The Flight Plan outlined above is intended to demonstrate one possible path to completing the degree within four years.  Course selection and placement within the program may vary depending on course offerings and schedule, elective preferences, and other factors (study abroad, internship availability, etc.). Please consult your advisor for additional information about building a flight plan that works for you.

Degree Audit Report
Degree Audit reports illustrate how your completed courses fulfill the requirements of your academic plan, and which requirements are still outstanding. Degree audits also take transfer credits and test credits into account. "What-if" reports allow you to compare the courses you have completed in your current academic plan to the courses required in another academic plan.  Should you have questions about either report, please consult with your academic advisor.

To create these reports:

1. Log into your ULink account.
2. Click on the Academic Progress tile.
3. Select the appropriate report.
   1. To run a Degree Audit report, click on "View my Degree Audit."
   2. To create a What-if report, click on "What-if Advisement Report."

Click here to run a Degree Audit report or create a What-if report.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accountancy program prepares students to meet the requirements for certification and/or licensure.  If you plan to pursue professional licensure or certification you should first determine your state’s criteria for examination and licensure to see how/if our program meets those requirements prior to enrollment. We recommend that you also contact your state’s licensing board directly to verify that the requirements have not changed recently and to answer any questions especially those regarding additional requirements beyond the degree. 

More information about certification or licensure is available at the following website:  https://louisville.edu/about/departments/academic-planning-accountability/disclosures/professional-licensure.

For programs with an online option, more information about certification or licensure is available here: 
https://online.louisville.edu/resources/compliance/license.