Join our upcoming virtual information session to learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program! You’ll hear about the MPA admissions process and how to make your application stand out, details about the MPA curriculum, employment recruiting and career outcomes, and life in Austin.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, MPA Senior Recruiting and Admissions Officer.
Are you interested in earning your master’s degree in accounting? Join us at the Texas McCombs Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) virtual info session on August 9 at 5:00 p.m. CT!
At the MPA info session, you will meet Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, the Senior Admissions and Recruiting Officer for the MPA program. She will detail the curriculum you will learn in the program, career outcomes and opportunities, how to apply, and answer any questions you have.
Register for the info session and learn how you can earn your master’s degree in accounting from The University of Texas at Austin!
Master in Professional Accounting Info Session
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Virtual – Zoom
Are you interested in earning your master’s degree in accounting? Join us at a Texas McCombs Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) virtual info session this spring! With a master’s degree in accounting, the sky is the limit. Many leaders across the globe have accounting backgrounds. Join their ranks and start your career off right with an MPA degree from Texas McCombs.
The traditional Master in Professional Accounting (tMPA) is a one-year program open to students with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline. In as little as nine months, you can earn an MPA degree from the top accounting program in the country! From the best accounting faculty in the nation to a variety of accounting and MBA electives to a 98% job placement rate, MPA has what you’re looking for… and more!
At the MPA info session, you will meet Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, the Senior Admissions and Recruiting Officer for the MPA program. She will detail how to apply, the MPA curriculum, career opportunities and outcomes, and what life is like in Austin.
If you can’t make an info session, schedule an individual appointment with Jasmin at any time!
Are you interested in earning your master’s degree in accounting? Join us at the Texas McCombs Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) virtual info session on November 3 at 5:00 p.m. CT!
At the MPA info session, you will meet Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, the Senior Admissions and Recruiting Officer for the MPA program. She will detail the curriculum you will learn in the program, career outcomes and opportunities, how to apply, and answer any questions you have.
Register for the info session and learn how you can earn your master’s degree in accounting from The University of Texas at Austin!
Master in Professional Accounting Info Session
Thursday, November 3, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Virtual – Zoom
As you look to apply to graduate school, the best way to get information on a master’s program is by attending an event or info session. To learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program from The University of Texas at Austin, join us at our upcoming info session on October 13, 2022! You will learn about the admissions process, curriculum, career opportunities and outcomes, and what life is like in Austin.
Don’t delay and sign up for the October 13 info session today! We’ll see you there!
Info Session Details:
Traditional MPA Info Session
Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022
Time: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Location: Virtual – Zoom
Learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program and attend an upcoming virtual info session in September! There are two info sessions scheduled this where you will hear about the MPA admissions process and how to make your application stand out. You will also learn about the program’s curriculum, recruiting for jobs and career outcomes, as well as what life is like in Austin.
In the meantime, you can learn more about GMAT/GRE test scores being optional on our blog, and you can sign up for a one-on-one admissions consultation with Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, MPA’s Senior Recruiting and Admissions Officer.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
With GMAT and GRE scores now being test optional for the traditional Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) program from Texas McCombs, join us at a virtual info session on August 10 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. CT to learn more about the MPA admissions process and how to make your application stand out. You will also hear about the program’s curriculum, recruiting for jobs and career outcomes, as well as what life is like in Austin.
In the meantime, you can learn more about test scores being optional on our blog, and you can sign up for a one-on-one admissions consultation with Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, MPA’s Senior Recruiting and Admissions Officer.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Traditional MPA applicants:
GMAT and GRE test scores are optional for the Texas McCombs MPA admissions application. Applicants will not be disadvantaged in the admissions process if they do not submit test scores, and applicants who feel that their test scores reflect their potential for success in graduate school may submit scores for consideration.
If you opt to submit GMAT or GRE scores, you will provide either your test scores or a future test date in the online application and arrange to have an official score report sent directly from the testing agency to The University of Texas at Austin. If you report test scores or a future test date in the application, the admissions committee will hold on a decision until the official test scores are received. Please notify the MPA admissions team if your testing plans change after you submit your application.
Should you submit GMAT or GRE scores? Here are some factors to consider.
Holistic Application Review
MPA admissions decisions are based on a holistic review process that considers your entire application and serves to assess the overall strength of your candidacy, including, but not limited to, readiness for academic rigor, leadership potential, career goals and fit with our program. Previous academic performance, non-academic achievements, essays and letters of recommendation play an important role in the application review. The admissions committee will look for evidence of skills and attributes that contribute to success in the MPA program, such as maturity, determination, attention to detail, analytical aptitude, evidence of personal and/or professional growth, and communication and interpersonal skills.
Academic History
Does your undergraduate or graduate transcript accurately reflect your academic ability? If not, one way to demonstrate your ability to succeed in our rigorous MPA program is to submit strong GMAT or GRE test scores.
Are your quantitative abilities reflected elsewhere in your application? If you do not have a quantitative or business background, you can demonstrate your quantitative abilities through the GMAT or GRE. Both tests include a quantitative section. As an alternative or in addition to submitting GMAT or GRE scores, you can highlight areas in your background that demonstrate quantitative or business skills, such as strong grades in the pre-enrollment courses, a relevant internship or a leadership role in a student or volunteer organization.
Internships and Other Extracurricular Activities
Although full-time work experience is not required to apply to the Texas McCombs MPA program, full-time employment or internships and volunteer, leadership and other extracurricular activities are viewed positively in the application review. For those with limited experiences, a strong standardized test score can make your application more competitive.
Additional Considerations
Need more advice?
Attend an information session, send us an email with your questions, or schedule a consultation with our admissions team.
There’s still time to apply to the Texas McCombs Master in Professional Accounting program. Complete your application before 11:59 p.m. CT on Saturday, April 30 to be considered for the MPA Class of 2023. If you are experiencing hardships due to the pandemic and those challenges are affecting your ability to take the GMAT or GRE exam, remember that you can petition for a test score waiver.
While you work on your application, check out these four MPA alumni to discover what life was like in the program and where they are now.
JOHN BOBER | MPA ‘82
From earning an undergraduate degree in history to making a professional pivot into accounting and finance, John has had a long and successful career. After earning his MPA, John started at Arthur Andersen and quickly made partner. He then transitioned to GE Capital, where he spent nearly 23 years of his career. John retired from GE Capital in March 2018 and is now the Director of The Alta Group based out of Connecticut.
WILL BRAEUTIGAM | MPA ‘05
Will received his bachelor’s degree in economics from UT Austin in 2004, then earned his MPA is 2005. He joined Deloitte as an auditor after graduation and has been with the firm ever since. Will attributes the program’s core accounting curriculum, group projects, and technology/finance classes helped prepare him to execute strategies and innovate on the job. He is now a partner and special purpose acquisition companies (SPAC) leader at Deloitte’s office in Houston, Texas.
MAUREEN SWEET | MPA ‘16
Maureen grew up in Ohio and completed her undergraduate studies at Fordham University. She received her bachelor’s in Spanish Language Literature and minored in Business, and she especially enjoyed her undergraduate accounting courses. After graduating from the MPA program in 2016, Maureen worked at Deloitte for three years before transitioning to a Senior Tax Accountant at National Instruments in Austin, Texas.
ARTURO OLIVAREZ | MPA ‘20
Arturo earned his bachelor’s in accounting from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, then came to Texas McCombs to earn his MPA. Arturo has always been fascinated by the intersection of business, government, and society, so he focused his electives and recruiting efforts on government while in the program. After graduation, Arturo worked at the Texas Senate and is now working with the U.S. House of Representatives in San Antonio, Texas.
Email us with any questions or comments as you work on your application. We are here for you every step of the way.
Are you interested in learning more about the Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) program at Texas McCombs? Join us for a virtual event! Coming this spring are MPA info sessions and a panel where you will meet current MPA students and alumni who have experienced the program and started their careers in accounting.
Sign up for an event below!
Explore the MPA application and admissions process, curriculum and career outcomes, and what life is like in Austin.
Thursday, January 20 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Tuesday, February 15 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CT
Current MPA students and alumni will join us to discuss their time in the MPA program and also answer your questions.
Thursday, February 24 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming virtual event!
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