Cincinnati State

Accounting

Choosing Cincinnati State means you’re making a smart financial decision. You’ll get the high-quality education you need without the heavy debt that often comes with it. With lower tuition, real-world work experience, and the chance to graduate with less debt, Cincinnati State is a great investment in your future.

Save 30-50% on tuition

Our tuition is among the lowest in the region with credits that may be transferred toward a bachelor's degree, saving you about half the price of the first two years at a university.

Enter the workforce sooner

An associate’s degree can be completed in 2 years,

placing you into the workforce and starting your career sooner.

Explore Your Options

The Accounting program is designed to prepare students with comprehensive knowledge of business fundamentals and accounting skills. All of the programs may be completed online.

Accounting (ACC.AAS)

The associate degree exposes students to all facets of the accounting profession, including intermediate accounting, tax accounting, cost accounting, computerized accounting, and auditing. Graduating students have a variety of employment opportunities in the accounting field. For further advancement, many students elect to continue their education for an advanced degree.

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Accounting Certificate (ACCTC)

This one year certificate is designed to serve students who have earned a degree in a different discipline and need accounting courses to prepare for the CPA exam, or those who may need accounting courses for career advancement. This program is best suited for students currently employed in the accounting field. The certificate does not include cooperative education.

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Bookkeeping Certificate (BKC)

This one year certificateis designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career as a bookkeeper in a small or medium-sized company. Graduates of the program are prepared to sit for the national certification exam administered by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers.

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Estimated Cost

We believe in being clear about the cost of your education. Below is the estimated cost for the Accounting (AAC.AAB) major based on Fall 2026 tuition rates. It covers 6 semesters: 4 full-time, and 2 part-time, with co-op in the 3rd and 5th semesters. Parking fees are not included for online classes. Payments will be spread across your studies based on the classes you take each semester. Note that costs may change depending on factors like course, delivery format, credit hours, semesters, tuition rate, and more.

In-State & IN/KY Reciprocity

Semester 1: $3,434

Semester 2: $3,594

Semester 3: $525

Semester 4: $3,729

Semester 5: $525

Semester 6: $3,054

Total Estimated Cost: $14,860

Out-of-State

Semester 1: $6,346

Semester 2: $6,506

Semester 3: $941

Semester 4: $7,057

Semester 5: $941

Semester 6: $5,758

Total Estimated Cost: $27,548

Financial Aid Office

Cincinnati State offers financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study.

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Tuition and Fees

The Bursar & Cashier Office can help with tuition rates, fee schedule, payment deadlines, payment plans, refund policy, and more.

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Admissions Office

Have questions? Call 513-861-7700
Mon – Fri 8 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. ET or visit our website.

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