Interested in earning a master’s degree in accounting? Look no further than the top-ranked Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) program at The University of Texas at Austin! The fall 2024 application opens on August 28, 2023. It’s never too early to start preparing to apply. Here are some suggestions to get you started!

New this year: November 1 early application deadline for both U.S. and international applicants who would like to receive an early admissions decision.

New this year: The number of pre-enrollment requirements has been reduced to either microeconomics or macroeconomics, introduction to financial accounting, introduction to managerial accounting, and statistics.

  • Determine whether you will submit GMAT or GRE scores (optional). If so, take the test early and have your official scores sent to UT Austin.
  • International applicants: Unless you are exempt from the requirement, take the TOEFL or IELTS early so that we receive your official test scores by the application deadline.
  • Start preparing your written and video essays and touch up your resume. They are important factors in our holistic review of your application.

New this year: Two short written essays and one video essay are required.

  • Consider who will write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We require a minimum of two recommendations from academic or professional references.
  • Obtain copies of official transcripts for each college or university you attended. You will upload a PDF copy to your application.

After the application opens, stay tuned to this admissions blog for application tips, program information and event announcements. If you have questions along the way, we encourage you to read the admissions FAQs, send us an email, or schedule an admissions consultation. We’re here to help!