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Majoring in Accounting

Why Major in Accounting?

Accountants work with data and people. They drive business decisions and strategy, solve complex puzzles and problems, facilitate deals, help fight fraud, and so much more.

There is high demand for accounting professionals in every industry, with opportunities for rapid advancement.

Keep exploring below and then visit career websites like JoinAccountingPlus.com and ThisWaytoCPA.com to learn more. 

Where to Major in Accounting

Choose your experience - colleges of all types, sizes, and locations offer accounting majors. 

You may be eligible to study for free at a Connecticut community college and transfer your credits to a four-year college.

Find Connecticut four-year and community colleges with accounting majors

Learn about becoming a Certified Public Accountant

Where to Get Scholarships

Accounting majors are in demand with many available scholarships. The CTCPA Accounting Scholarship Foundation and many other organizations help tomorrow's CPAs today by providing financial help for graduating high school students, college accounting majors, and CPA candidates. 

CTCPA Scholarships

National Accounting Scholarship Search

CPA Career Pathways - Discover the Possibilities


Your path. Your journey. Your CPA Career.

Every business needs a CPA. So, no matter what you're into, there's a CPA for that. Explore different career paths and find your fit! 

Watch this video to find out what CPAs really do, and where your career can take you.  

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