SUU’s Master of Accountancy Earns National Recognition for Job Security
Published: August 26, 2026 |
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Southern Utah University's (SUU) Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program was recently named "Best for Job Security" among affordable accounting master's degrees nationwide by Accounting.com.
The national ranking highlights SUU's impressive 96.5% employment rate for recent graduates. SUU applies its student-centered culture to digital learning through dedicated faculty and a proactive career coach who connects students with employers.
"Our priority is equipping students with both technical expertise and real-world confidence, so they are prepared to be successful professionals," said Steven Hawkins, MAcc Program Director at SUU. "Competent accountants are needed everywhere, and having a master's degree helps our students become even more competitive in the profession."
Students can complete SUU's MAcc program in as little as 12 months, choosing between an immersive on-campus experience in Cedar City or a fully flexible online format. To ensure every degree aligns with individual career ambitions, students can focus their studies in high-demand specializations, including taxation, professional accounting, or business analytics.
SUU's focus on practical expertise translates directly into career readiness. MAcc graduates enjoy a variety of career options and are hired by corporations and accounting firms of all sizes, from the Big 4 to small local firms. For professionals seeking a broader administrative trajectory, SUU also offers a seamless dual MAcc and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, allowing students to earn two high-value graduate degrees simultaneously at a tuition rate significantly lower than comparable joint programs across the region.
For more information about SUU's MAcc program, visit the MAcc Program web page.
About SUU Graduate & Online
As part of its more than 128-year history as Utah's first experiment in distance education, Southern Utah University's Graduate and Online department continues its pioneering legacy by offering to students across the globe affordable and flexible college degrees: 13 master's, 13 bachelor's, two associates degrees, and 12 graduate certificates. This includes one of the most affordable bachelor's degrees in the nation, Speedway | Bachelor of General Studies. SUU Online's combination of affordability, flexibility, and vast student success programs provides an extraordinary education without compromise.
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