Program Overview
A Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Concordia University, St. Paul will prepare you for a career at professional services (CPA) firms, as well as other accounting roles across various industries.
You’ll gain a solid foundational understanding of accounting theory, as well as an understanding of how accountants provide value and enhance business performance.
For students looking to earn their CPA license or CMA certification, an accounting degree at CSP provides the necessary tools to complete each exam. This degree meets the Minnesota Board of Accountancy educational requirements to take the CPA exam, as well as the Institute of Management Accountants requirements to sit for the CMA exam.
Beginning January 1, 2026, CPA licensure in MN has two pathways available to bachelor’s degree graduates. The recommended pathway is 120 credit hours, with two years of relevant work experience. The second pathway requires 150 credit hours, with one year of relevant work experience. Both pathways require the completion of the Uniform CPA Exam and an ethics exam. CSP’s accounting program meets the educational and accreditation requirements to be licensed in Minnesota. Requirements in other states may vary.
The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) released the 2024 CPA Examination results. CSP students ranked:
- 1st overall in section pass rate among MN private institutions
- Above the national average score
- Above the national section pass rate
- Above national average on 2 of 3 core sections
Program Details
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60 Credits
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On Campus
Why Choose Accounting?
Hear from CSP students about our small class sizes, influential professors who helped them grow, and industry-specific skills that they gained.
Career Paths
Blog: Starting Your Career After Graduation
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97.5% of undergraduate students find placement after graduation (First Destination Survey)
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Student Outcomes
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In the Classroom
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CSP Accounting Students Outperform National Averages on 2024 CPA Exam
The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy recently released the 2024 CPA Examination results, and CSP students outperformed both national and state averages in several categories.
Read MoreMeet our faculty
Our faculty use their decades of experience to nurture your success from the first day of class all the way to graduation and beyond.
Meet Dr. Eric Grube, CPA
Hear from Dr. Grube, Chair of the Accounting program at CSP.
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