Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
1 Hairpin Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62026, United States

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a public university in Edwardsville, Illinois. Located within the Metro East of Greater St. Louis, SIUE was established in 1957 as an extension of Southern Illinois University Carbondale. It is the younger of the two major institutions of Southern Illinois University system. SIUE has eight constituent undergraduate and graduate colleges, including those in arts and sciences, business, dentistry, education, engineering, graduate study, nursing, and pharmacy, in addition to the East St. Louis Center.

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Bachelor of Science in Accountancy

As one of the prestigious accounting programs in the country, we are committed to maintaining the highest quality faculty and providing a wide array of learning experiences for our students. Interactive and rigorous classes focus on developing proficiencies in technical accounting, as well as current technology and communication skills. Our students participate in a senior assignment where they research recent accounting issues, which is unique to SIUE. 

What can I do with a degree in accounting?

Graduates understand the environment in which business operates and can analyze how business operations are impacted by economic, social, political and legal environments.

Graduates of the accountancy program are well prepared for careers in: 

  • Financial reporting
  • Internal auditing
  • Tax accounting
  • Managerial accounting
  • Not-for-profit accounting
  • Certified management accountant
  • Certified internal auditor

Most of our students aspire to become certified public accountants (CPAs), which requires 150 hours of college credit. Our Master of Science in accounting (MSA) program is designed to fulfill the additional 30 hours beyond the 120 hours required for the BSA. For students completing their BSA who have earned at least 150 hours, our undergraduate curriculum meets the requirements to sit for the CPA exam in most states. Learn more about professional licensure disclosures for each state.

Accreditation

The SIUE Department of Accounting holds separate accounting accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Less than 2% of accounting programs in the world hold separate accreditation from the AACSB.

Hands-on Learning

Accounting students are presented with a variety of options to obtain professional experience through:

  • Student organizations
  • Study abroad
  • Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA)
  • Co-curricular activities in local and international venues
  • Experiential education in the form of internships

Through our business transitions courses, students learn about lifelong community citizenship and involvement. 

Global Experience

Transcultural skills are a vital key to success in the business world, and the School of Business is committed to providing a variety of international study opportunities for our students. At SIUE, business students have the opportunity to participate in semester abroad, summer abroad or short-travel study experiences through our partner schools in England, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy and Japan. 

Students also have the opportunity to participate in 10- to 14-day credit-bearing travel study courses led by faculty in the School of Business to destinations in France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Japan and Spain.

https://www.siue.edu/academics/undergraduate/degrees-and-programs/accounting/ 

Undergraduate applicants who require non-immigrant, student visas will be reviewed for appropriate academic requirements, English language proficiency and adequate financial resources.

Application Materials

Once Approved for Admission:

All necessary documents can be uploaded via your application center for review purposes only. Please note that if approved for admission, you must submit official transcripts and test scores to our office before we can formally admit you and before we can issue an I-20 document to obtain a U.S. visa.

Please make sure your application is complete and submitted by the application deadline.

Submit official test scores using one of the codes below:

  • ACT/SAT: Institution code 1759 (no department code required)
  • TOEFL: Institution code 1759 (no department code required)
  • IELTS: Select SIUE from the institution list. Scanned score reports with TRF number can be uploaded through your self-service online application center.

Application Fee

There is a non-refundable application fee of $40 for all programs. You may pay by Visa or MasterCard via the application center. A convenience fee of $1.10 is added for this service. You may also pay via wire transfer through your bank or debit card. Admitted students who decide to change their term of entry after submitting an application or being admitted will be required to submit a new application for the desired term. You may update the term of your application for the next two terms without another application fee. 

Tracking Your Application Status

You can track the status of your application via the application center using the same username and password you used to create the application.

We receive a high volume of applications and materials during the peak admission period (November-May). Please allow approximately 15 business days from the date of receipt of your official academic records to process these documents and match them to your application in our system.

Once you submit your application, you will begin to receive email notifications regarding missing transcripts and other materials required. Make sure to check the email address you provided on the application. Please note that we do not send confirmation emails when materials have been received. Once your application is reviewed, you will receive an admission notification that will provide you with instructions for the next steps.

https://www.siue.edu/admissions/international/apply/undergraduate.shtml 

Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications early.  Applications received after the priority deadline may not be reviewed, especially for highly competitive and popular programs, including undergraduate and graduate programs in STEM designated areas. Applications are processed on a rolling basis and once seats are filled for a particular program in a particular term, additional applicants will be denied admission. 

Transfer students: Later deadlines may apply for students who are currently in the United States on a valid student visa and wish to transfer to SIUE. Please contact the Office of International Admissions for more information.

The priority deadline for Spring 2024 has passed, SIUE will no longer accept undergraduate applications from students outside the U.S.  Many graduate programs have met capacity, and students applying for these program will be waitlisted.  Prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply for the Fall semester to receive full consideration.

Fall Semester (August-December) - April 1(Priority Deadline) June 1(Deadline)
Spring Semester (January-May) - October 1(Priority Deadline) November 1(Deadline)

Prospective students should submit an application by the priority deadline to guarantee full consideration.  All STEM designated program applications will close at the priority deadline.  Applications received after the priority deadline, but before the final deadline, will be reviewed only if space remains available in the program of study. 

Note that all financial documents must be received within 15 days of the deadlines listed above for an I-20 to be issued.

https://www.siue.edu/admissions/international/apply/deadlines.shtml