Online Associate Degree in Accounting
Associate of Science in Accounting
For many students, the path to finding success begins with an associate degree. If you’re a born number-cruncher, the Associate of Science degree in Accounting from CTU may be a good fit for you.
In this program, you can study the basics of entry-level accounting, the foundations of finance, and their respective places in business. And you can work to prepare to transition either into the workplace or to a bachelor’s degree program in accounting or finance.
CTU’s Associate of Science in Accounting program:
- Is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
- Has CTU Fast Track™ exams available, a series of mini modules designed to test your knowledge of key course objectives, offering the opportunity to earn college credit for what you already know
- Aligns to the first two years of CTU’s Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program
At CTU, working-adult students come first. Our flexible online course schedule and mobile app are designed to help you to build a class schedule around your schedule. And with grants and scholarships available for those who qualify, a degree from CTU can be both achievable and affordable. Learn more below or fill out the form to speak with an admissions advisor.

Relevant Institutional/Programmatic Accreditation
CTU is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission www.hlcommission.org
This business degree program at CTU is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
CLASSES START
- April 04, 2023
- May 09, 2023
- June 13, 2023
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PROGRAM AVAILABILITY
- Online
- Colorado Springs
Program Details
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Degree Requirements
Courses: General Education
CreditsCourse Title Course Description Credit Hours ECON210 Principles of Macroeconomics 4.5 ECON212 Principles of Microeconomics 4.5 ENGL104 Introductory Written Communication 4.5 ENGL105 Professional Written Communications 4.5 GOVT201 American Government and Public Affairs 4.5 or HIST101 Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century 4.5 MATH102 Introduction to College Math 4.5 MATH106 Algebra for Business 4.5 PHIL101 Introduction to Ethics 4.5 PSYC102 Introductory Psychology 4.5 SCI101 Introduction to the Sciences 4.5 SCI103 Science and Technology- Laboratory Course 1.5 SCI201 Environmental Science and Sustainability 4.5 SCI203 Environmental Science and Sustainability - Laboratory Course 1.5 UNIV104 Academic and Career Success 4.5 or HUMNELE Humanities Elective 4.5 Total Credit Hours: 57 Courses: Core
CreditsCourse Title Course Description Credit Hours ACCT201 Accounting I 4 ACCT202 Accounting II 4 ACCT203 Accounting III 4 ACCT210 Computerized Accounting 4 ACCT225 Introduction to Tax 4 IT254 Spreadsheet Applications 4 MGM255 Management Fundamentals 4 MGMT235 Business Law I 4 UNIV201 Career Planning and Management 4 Total Credit Hours: 36 Total Credit Hours: 93
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Accreditations and Alignments
Accounting courses at CTU align with the educational standards of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). The student who meets the unique content and hours requirements of the State Board of Accounting in their state’s Application for CPA Licensure is qualified to sit for the CPA exam. This program curriculum also integrates the competencies and body of knowledge in the Certified Managerial Accounting (CMA) exam. This program is not designed to prepare students for the CPA or CMA examination or any other certification exam, but covers the knowledge areas of the uniform CPA and CMA certification.
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CTU’s Associate of Science in Accounting (ASA) Degree Program is designed to provide knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant for pursuing potential opportunities among the accounting workforce. This accounting degree program emphasizes the basics of entry-level accounting, the foundations of finance, and their respective places in business, so upon graduation you can prepare to transition into a career or go on to study for your bachelor’s degree.
As you work to complete your Associate of Science in Accounting, you will be immersed in courses where you will study these topics and much more: basic accounting concepts, essential business concepts, computerized accounting, and technical skills like debits, credits, and financial statement development and analysis.
Courses for the Associate of Science in Accounting start approximately every five weeks online and on our Colorado Springs and Denver South campuses. Completion of the CTU admissions process will depend on how quickly you complete the steps in the CTU online application process. You may complete the application process over the phone with an advisor or you may go online. Once you’ve completed the online application, you may hear from an advisor within the following 24 hours to discuss the next steps toward starting your degree program.
The Associate of Science in Accounting degree program consists of 93 credits. You may be eligible for transfer credit, which is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. CTU Fast Track™ exams also offer the opportunity to earn college credit for what you already know allowing you to complete a degree up to 30% faster.1
1 The ability to reduce time in school and/or reduce tuition towards the full cost of a degree program depends on the number of CTU Fast Track™ exams successfully passed. Fast Track program credits are non-transferable. Not all programs are eligible for possible 30% reduction in time and money. Courses eligible are subject to change. Students should not rely on potential Fast Track savings or eligibility when making an enrollment decision.
Accounting courses at CTU align with the educational standards of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Students who complete this degree have the skills to pursue entry level accounting positions.
The Associate of Science in Accounting degree program at CTU is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).