Master in Professional Accounting atThe University of Texas at Austin Department of Accounting

Documents Required:

• Students need to complete both required essays
  • Essay 1 (Required) (250-500 words) “Explain what has led you to pursue to Master in Professional Accounting degree at the McCombs School of Business and how obtaining the MPA degree will assist you in achieving your short- and long-term goals.”
  • Essay 2 (Required) Choose one option from the following: 1) Write an essay on one of the following topics (250 words): “Share how you believe your background, experiences, perspectives and/or talents will help you contribute to the MPA community.” “Describe the most significant challenge you have faced. What steps did you take to overcome this challenge, and what did you learn from the experience?” OR 2) Share a video introduction (one minute in length): “Imagine that you are at the MPA orientation. Introduce yourself to your new classmates and faculty members. Highlight your background, talents, hobbies, interests, and/or other factors that make you unique.”
• Optional Statement
  • Please provide any additional information the student believes is important to his/her application (e.g., details about any planned prerequisite coursework) or address any areas of concern that he/she believes will be beneficial to the MPA admissions committee when considering his/her application (e.g., explanation of academic performance or extenuating personal circumstances).”
• Students will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of at least two references in the “Letters of Recommendation” section of the application
• Submit a copy of an official transcript for each college or university attended
  • Transcripts from junior or community colleges should be submitted if students completed the pre-enrollment requirements or any accounting courses at these institutions
• Professional resume
• GRE OR GMAT scores
• Proof of English language Proficiency