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Albers School of Business and Economics

Pigott Building, (206)296-5700

 

Accounting Department

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Question: How do I change my major to Accounting?

Answer: Pick up a “Change of Major Form” at Registrar’s, fill out completely. Get authorized signature by Chair of Department

  1. Question: Where can I find information on the income tax assistance program (VITA)?

Answer: VITA is typically held from mid-January to mid-April (during tax season). For more specific information, please refer to the website. 
http://www.seattleu.edu/asbe/acct/vita.asp

  1. Question: Do I have to make an appointment to see a tutor?

Answer: No. Tutoring scheduling is posted on the door of Pigott 515D, and on the website. Feel free to walk in during any available times.
http://www.seattleu.edu/asbe/acct/tutors.asp

  1. Question: What are the prerequisites for the MPAC program?

Answer: You may check the website. If you still have questions, make an appointment with the Chair of the Department.
http://www.seattleu.edu/asbe/bulletin/mpac.asp

or: http://www.seattleu.edu/asbe/grad/Prerequisites.htm

  1. Question: Where can I find Accounting faculty office hours?

Answer: Please refer to the website. If the time doesn’t work with your schedule, you may contact the professor to set a more desirable time to meet.
http://www.seattleu.edu/asbe/acct/faulty_hours.htm

  1. Question: What are the requirements to become a CPA? 

Answer: In general, there are 36 undergraduate quarter hours or 24 graduate hours in accounting required to sit for the exam. For full instructions, go to
http://www.seattleu.edu/asbe/acct/cpa.asp

 



The Albers School is AACSB accredited

 

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