Online, It Is Possible 100% Online Accounting Programs
Why LSUA Online Accounting Programs?
CPA Preparation
Graduates are prepared to pass the CPA examination with confidence.
Learn From Experienced Faculty
Classes are taught by experts in the field, including licensed CPAs.
ACBSP Accredited
These programs meet rigorous standards set by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.
Reach Your Goals as an Accounting Professional
The financial sector continues to be among the strongest areas of job growth in the nation.
These programs are designed for individuals who need a flexible option to gain a new set of skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace or toward a future degree. Whether you’re looking to expand your financial knowledge or to become more effective in the workplace, LSU Alexandria offers a variety of stackable online programs to help you reach your career goals as an accounting professional.
Experience Career Growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 1M+ accountants actively employed in the US. Additionally, the industry is predicted to grow by 10% by 2026.
Earn Credit for What You Already Know
Potentially earn college credit for learning completed outside of the classroom through Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).
Invest in an Affordable Education
These programs combine quality with affordability to help advance your career.
Get the Same Degree as On-Campus Students
Earn a diploma identical to every LSUA graduate. There is no mention of online in your degree.
Featured Degrees
Accounting
Bachelor of Science
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $353
- Cost per credit hour
- $42,360
- Total cost with fees
This program provides students with a thorough understanding of emerging accounting techniques relevant to the profession.
Concentrations:
- Accounting Information Systems
- This concentration is ideal for students interested in the technological side of accounting, equipping them with the tools to thrive in today's rapidly evolving financial landscape. As a student of the Information Systems & Data Analytics concentration, you'll experience a unique blend of accounting expertise and cutting-edge technology. Students will be exposed to various software applications such as Excel, Access, Power BI, Tableau, Power Query, SQL, SAP, Alteryx, and UI Path.
- Data Analytics and Fraud & Forensic Accounting
- This concentration is designed for students drawn to the excitement of financial investigations. Students will be introduced to a professional landscape where numbers reveal hidden narratives-- from dissecting business transactions to contributing to civil and criminal disputes. Students will also gain the base knowledge necessary to pursue the relevant certifications to become a Certified Forensic Accountant.
Admissions Requirements:
- Have an ACT composite of 20 or higher
OR - Have a high school core grade point average of at least 2.0
Learn more about B.S. in Accounting ›
Mathematics
Bachelor of Science
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $353
- Cost per credit hour
- $42,360
- Total cost with fees
This 100% online degree prepares graduates to master analytical skills that can lead to employment as an actuary, statistician, financial analyst, data scientist, cryptographer, computer programmer, high school teacher, or other occupations requiring considerable analytical skills.
Concentrations
- Actuarial Science
- This concentration provides solid preparation for a career in risk management and assessment or academics. Developed out of LSUA’s Department of Mathematics, this fully online program is designed to grow and refine students' analytical skills with curriculum topics involving mathematics, statistics, financial economics, quantitative finance, and risk management.
- Data Science
- This interdisciplinary concentration equips students with in-demand skills in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical methods. Offered fully online, the program blends mathematics, computer science, and data science to prepare graduates for careers as data scientists, analysts, quantitative experts, or statisticians.
Admissions Requirements:
- Have an ACT composite of 20 or higher
OR - Have a high school core grade point average of at least 2.0
Learn more about B.S. in Mathematics ›
Accounting
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
- 30 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $353
- Cost per credit hour
- $2,824
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $10,590
- Total cost with fees
In addition to earning the credits necessary to take the CPA exam, this post-baccalaureate certificate provides a thorough knowledge of taxes, financial accounting, auditing, and business law.
Admissions Requirements:
- Have an ACT composite of 20 or higher
OR - To be admitted into this program, students must have earned a bachelor’s degree in business or an equivalent discipline (which would include finance, marketing, or management) from a regionally-accredited university with a minimum 2.0 GPA or an MBA
Learn more about P.B.C in Accounting ›
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will my degree say I earned it online?
No, graduates receive the same diploma as on-campus peers.
Will I pay out-of-state tuition if I am outside of Louisiana?
There are no out-of-state fees. Fully online programs offer the same flat-rate tuition no matter where you live.
How do online classes work?
LSU Online is a flexible fit for learners offering six starts a year and seven-week terms. All courses are designed to be fully accessible and engage learners, no matter where you are located.
What is a stackable program?
Stackables are programs that can build into other degree programs with no credit left behind.
Ready to reach your goals?
Take the first step forward by completing the form, and our enrollment team will contact you soon to discuss:
- What program meets your academic and career goals
- Financial aid options (employer funding, military benefits)
- Receiving credit for past education (transfer, professional development)
- The admissions process and timeline
