AS in Accounting | Accounting Degree

The Accounting Transfer Pathway Associate of Science degree is designed for students who are interested in transferring after graduation to pursue a bachelor's degree in accounting.

Quick Facts

Overview

This transfer pathway specifically ensures that a student who successfully completes an Accounting Transfer Pathway AS degree can transfer the entire completed degree into a designated parallel bachelor's degree program in accounting at any Minnesota State university.

Delivery Method: In-person, Hybrid

Important Links

Accounting Transfer Pathway AS Curriculum PDF

Accounting Course Outlines and Descriptions

Accounting Transfer Pathway Program Roadmap Full Time

Accounting Transfer Pathway Program Roadmap Part Time

Free College Tuition - North Star Promise Scholarship

Time to Complete

The Accounting Transfer Pathway AS degree program can be completed in four semesters. Transferring credits into NHCC may result in the program taking less time. Taking classes on a part-time basis will require additional semesters.

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Costs

Tuition & Fees:
$210.86 per credit (60 credits)
$220.48 per fully online credit

Tuition Details

What You Will Learn

• The theory and practice of the accounting process.

• How to analyze financial information and make business decisions using critical thinking and problem solving skills.

• How to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

• How to evaluate professional responsibilities, including ethical issues.

• How to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

After NHCC

The Accounting Transfer Pathway AS transfers to accounting bachelor's programs at any Minnesota State university. Students planning to transfer to non-system universities are advised to consult with their intended transfer institution as early as possible to determine transferability of the courses in this curriculum.

Accounting Program Highlights

We provide career readiness so our students can move directly into an accounting career.
Students begin the foundation of a four-year degree.
Classes are taught by instructors who bring industry experience to the classroom.
We offer flexible class options, including online and on-campus classes.

Transfer Options

The Accounting Transfer Pathway AS transfers to any of the following Minnesota State universities:

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NHCC's tuition is among the most affordable in Minnesota.

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Financial Aid

Scholarships are money you don't have to repay
Grants are money you don't have to repay

Free College Tuition

The North Star Promise scholarship program provides free college tuition to eligible students. Find out if you might be eligible.

Program Roadmaps

Program roadmaps provide students with a guide to understand the recommended course sequence to complete their degree.

Accounting Transfer Pathway Curriculum

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Curriculum

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Program Courses
ACCT 2111
ACCT 2112
BUS 1300
BUS 2200
BUS 2600
CIS 1101

Required Accounting Elecives
ACCT 2230
ACCT 2300
CIS 1220

General Education Courses
College Writing I
ENGL 1200 or
ENGL 1201
ENGL 1202 or
ENGL 1203
ECON 1070
ECON 1060
COMM 1010
MATH 1130
College Algebra
MATH 1120 or
MATH 1150

MnTC Electives
Natural Sciences (Goal Area 3) - 4 credits
The Humanities Fine Arts (Goal Area 6) - 3 credits
MnTC Elective (Goal Area 7 Recommended) - 2 credits

The Humanities and Fine Arts (Goal Area 6) - 3 credits: ARBC1030(3), ART1010(1), ART1020(1), ART1040(3), ART1050(3), ART1101(3), ART1102(3), ART1160(3), ART1170(3), ART1270(3), ART1301(3), ART1302(3), ART1310(3), ART1320(3), ART1340(3), ART1341(3), ART1361(3), ART1362(3), ART1401(3), ART1402(3), ART1550(3), ART1601(3), ART1602(3), ART1650(3), ART1770(3), ART1810(1), ART1820(2), ART2180(3), ART2190(3), ART2300(2), ART2611(3), ART2612(3), ART2640(3), ART2740(1), ART2750(1), ART2780(1), ART2781(1), ART2782(1), ART2800(1), ART2820(1), ART2860(1), ART2900(1), ART2970(1), COMM1550(3), ENGL1150(3), ENGL1250(2), ENGL1400(3), ENGL1450(3), ENGL1900(3), ENGL1950(3), ENGL2010(3), ENGL2020(3), ENGL2030(3), ENGL2150(3), ENGL2250(3), ENGL2270(3), ENGL2300(3), ENGL2310(3), ENGL2320(3), ENGL2330(3), ENGL2340(3), ENGL2350(3), ENGL2360(3), ENGL2370(3), ENGL2380(3), ENGL2390(3), ENGL2400(3), ENGL2410(3), ENGL2450(3), ENGL2460(3), ENGL2500(3), ENGL2540(3), ENGL2550(3), ENGL2560(3), ENGL2570(3), ENGL2580(3), ENGL2590(3), ENGL2900(3), ENGL2950(3), GCST1030(3), GCST1978(3), GCST225(3), GCST2410(3), GERM1030(3), INTD1030(3), MUSC1130(1), MUSC1160(1), MUSC1170(1), MUSC1180(1), MUSC1190(2), MUSC1200(3), MUSC1220(3), MUSC1241(3), MUSC1242(3), MUSC1300(3), MUSC1320(1), MUSC1350(3), MUSC1370(3), MUSC1500(2), MUSC1501(2), MUSC1502(2), MUSC1510(1), MUSC1560(1), MUSC1600(2), MUSC1610(1), MUSC1800(2), MUSC1801(2), MUSC1802(2), MUSC1810(1), MUSC1830(1), MUSC1850(1), MUSC1860(1), MUSC1870(1), MUSC2010(2), MUSC2170(3), MUSC2180(3), MUSC2241(3), MUSC2242(3), MUSC2970(1), PHIL1010(3), PHIL1020(3), PHIL1030(3), PHIL1040(3), PHIL1060(3), PHIL1070(3), PHIL1080(3), PHIL1120(3), PHIL1220(3), PHIL1230(3), SPAN1030(3), SPAN2201(5), SPAN2202(5), TFT1200(3), TFT1210(3), TFT1250(3), TFT1260(3), TFT1270(3), TFT1280(3), TFT1310(3), TFT1320(3), TFT1350(3), TFT1500(3), TFT1510(3), TFT1520(3), TFT1531(3), TFT1532(3), TFT1540(3), TFT1600(1), TFT1610(1), TFT2010(3), TFT2500(3), TFT2950(1)

NHCC Residency and GPA
15 Credits must be earned at NHCC

Total Credits Required

Program Overview

2024-2025

The Accounting Transfer Pathway Associate of Science Degree is designed for students who are interested in transferring after graduation to pursue a four year baccalaureate degree in accounting. This transfer pathway specifically ensures that a student who successfully completes an Accounting Transfer Pathway Associate of Science Degree can transfer the entire completed degree into a designated parallel baccalaureate degree program in Accounting at any of the following universities.

Minnesota State Universities:Bemidji State University, Metropolitan State University, Minnesota State University Mankato, Minnesota State University Moorhead, Southwest Minnesota State University, St. Cloud State University, Winona State University.

Program Outcomes

Knowledge of Human Cultures and the Physical and Natural World:

The theory and practice of the accounting process

Intellectual and Practical Skills:

How to analyze financial information and make business decisions using critical thinking and problem solving skills
How to communicate effectively, in oral and written forms

Personal and Social Responsibility and Engagement:

How to evaluate professional responsibilities, including ethical issues

Integrative and Applied Learning:

Use of technology including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Upon completion of the program the student will be prepared to transfer to a baccalaureate program.

Program Maps

Program roadmaps provide students with a guide to understand the recommended course sequence to complete their degree.

Career Opportunities

Information on careers, including career descriptions, salary data, and employment outlook is available on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website and O*Net Online website.

Transfer Information

If you are planning on transferring to another institution, follow the guidelines available on our transfer resources web page to help you plan the process: Transfer Information

Degree Information

The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree is intended for students whose primary goal is to complete the credentials for a specific career and/or prepare for transfer to complete a bachelor's degree at a college or university with whom North Hennepin Community College has an articulation agreement. The A.S. degree provides a balance of general education courses and the required scientific, professional or technical courses in the degree program.

A student shall:

Earn a minimum of 60 semester credits as required in the program, with a grade point average of 2.00 (C) or above in courses taken at North Hennepin Community College. Specific programs may have additional requirements or a higher minimum grade point average.
Earn a minimum of 15 semester credits at North Hennepin Community College. A student must complete at least 50% of career specific courses at North Hennepin Community College.
Earn 30 credits in at least 6 Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) goal areas.
Earn 30 professional/technical credits.
Have four years to complete the graduation requirements as published in the catalog in effect at the time of their initial enrollment. Students taking more than four years to complete their graduation requirements may follow any catalog published during the four year period preceding their graduation.

Completion of an A.S. degree fulfills the Goal Area 2 requirement of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC).

Developmental Courses Some students may need preparatory course(s) in Math and/or English. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward a degree.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Disability Access Information North Hennepin Community College is a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and an equal opportunity employer and educator. This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 7634930555 or through the Minnesota Relay Service at 18006273529.

Accreditation

North Hennepin Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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