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Online Accounting Associate Degree

Our self-paced, online Accounting Associate Degree is designed to prepare you for a role in Accounting in as little as 16 months. Position yourself for success in a growing field!

  • $139/month
  • Complete in 16 months, part-time
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
  • $139/month
  • Complete in 16 months, part-time
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
  • Accounting principles
  • Workplace psychology
  • Economics
  • Business law
  • Small-business management
  • Tax preparation

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Course Outline

When you become an Accounting specialist, you may work with tax filings or bookkeeping or work as a financial consultant. Your online Accounting degree will teach you the skills you need to succeed in many types of accounting careers. Each of our accounting online courses explores a different topic in depth. The pacing of our training program allows you to truly master skills as you work toward getting your online associate degree in Accounting. Because you take one class at a time, you will be able to thoroughly master each subject as you learn the ins and outs of the accounting field.

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What’s Inside the Course

Beginner-Friendly Lessons

Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.

Engaging Curriculum

Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read‑aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice exams and essay questions with no time limit.

Valerie M. Bookkeeping Instructor

Valerie Monahan, MBA, CPA

Accounting Instructor/Course Expert

Meet the Lead Instructor/Course Expert

Valerie Monahan, has more than 25 years of progressive experience in the field of accounting, including payroll, auditing and tax. She has worked in public and private practice and owns her own company, assisting clients in bookkeeping and tax by providing advice, guidance and training for employees. She has extensive knowledge of all types of accounting software, including Quickbooks, NetSuite, Ajera and various other add-ons to accounting software packages.

Valerie M. Bookkeeping Instructor
Valerie Monahan, MBA, CPA

Accounting Instructor/Course Expert

Meet the Lead Instructor/Course Expert

Valerie Monahan, has more than 25 years of progressive experience in the field of accounting, including payroll, auditing and tax. She has worked in public and private practice and owns her own company, assisting clients in bookkeeping and tax by providing advice, guidance and training for employees. She has extensive knowledge of all types of accounting software, including Quickbooks, NetSuite, Ajera and various other add-ons to accounting software packages.

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I cannot say enough good things about U.S. Career Institute. I have not done well in school as I have a learning disability. US Career Institute makes it easy...you can take your time through the whole course.

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Career Outlook

Median Salary

$49,210*

Number of jobs

1.6 Million*

Choose a career that offers flexibility with an Accounting Services diploma from U.S. Career Institute. You can work in many interesting and exciting places: the entertainment, fashion and advertising industries, or for lawyers, doctors, business executives or politicians. Maybe you'd enjoy working in the travel and hospitality industry. You might work for businesses and corporations of all kinds: stockbrokers, banks, retail stores, airlines, insurance companies, accounting firms, realtors, the list goes on and on! No other single career offers so many choices. An accounting career offers job security, the potential for advancement, and a good, steady income. And your online Accounting degree can give you a competitive edge. When you earn your degree from U.S. Career Institute, you'll be well-positioned for career success!

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Tuition & Financing

U.S. Career Institute is committed to making your accounting education affordable and inclusive. Start a new career that you’ll love and find fulfilling without a mountain of debt. Make an investment in yourself today!

5-Day Money-Back Commitment

After you receive your first lesson, you have 5 full days to decide if our program is the best route for you. Learn more.

Student Support & Coaching

Your tuition includes access to instructors through the LMS, phone and email. Degree programs include Career Development Strategies, GE200. In this course, students learn in-depth networking and job search skills.

Learning Materials Included

Your tuition includes e‑books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Everything is included—no hidden fees after enrollment.

Option 1: Pay in Full

$1,689

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Option 2: Monthly Auto Payments

$1,989*

$139 Monthly Payment

First Payment: $139** ENROLL NOW

*Plus $40.00 shipping and handling charge.
**First payment includes $24 tuition and $40 shipping and handling and $75 Application Charge. Shipping and Application Charge non-refundable.

Our Accounting program consists of four semesters. The total Accounting program cost for all four semesters and fees is $8,191, which is $1,989 plus $40 for shipping per semester and a one-time application charge of $75.

Employer Tuition Reimbursement

You may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement of your tuition by your employer. Students should check with their supervisor or personnel department to see if they have an employer‑sponsored tuition reimbursement program.

Military and VA Benefits

Use your military and VA benefits to further your and/or your spouse's career. U.S. Career Institute is approved for or affiliated with VA education benefits including GI‑Bill® benefits and MyCAA benefits*.

Reservists may also qualify for veterans' training. If you think you may be eligible, contact your base's Education Officer or the Veterans Administration. Learn more about U.S. Career Institute's commitment to military personnel and their families.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
*Certificate and Associate degree programs must lead to a certification or license in order to be eligible for funding.

How to Enroll

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    Provide us with basic information - Our form asks for your name, email, phone, date of birth and education level. You must be at least 16 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

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    Pay for your tuition: You can pay-in-full or choose our monthly payment plan.

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    Sign the enrollment agreement and disclosures

That’s all! It Just takes about 5 minutes then you’re ready to start your first lesson.

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Program FAQs

  • Completing an accounting program online is a great idea because it can lead to so many different opportunities. An accounting associate degree can qualify you for jobs that lead to lucrative careers. It's also a flexible major that can be applicable to many fields and types of businesses.

An associate degree in accounting is a perfect starting point for many who are interested in advancing their career or beginning a new career in accounting. Accounting undergraduate programs will prepare you to immediately start working and gaining experience in entry-level accounting positions. From there, you can develop interests further and gain the experience needed to excel and move into higher-level positions.

An associate degree will prepare you for all entry-level positions in accounting. When you take U.S. Career Institute's Accounting courses online, our DEAC accredited institution will help you develop the skills needed to start your accounting career as soon as you finish the program.

AAS stands for an Associate of Applied Science in accounting. This is the entry degree accountants qualify for and paves the way for higher-level degrees and positions. Many people associate an AAS with being a two-year degree, but when you enroll in an accounting program online with U.S. Career Institute, you can earn your degree in as little as 16 months.

Yes! There are many online colleges for accounting, though they are not all created equal. If you want to get an online accounting degree that's affordable and will equip you with the skills you need, we have the perfect online accounting degree program for you. We also offer several other business degree, including programs focused on bookkeeping, and office administration.

At many traditional schools, it can take two years or more to earn an associate degree in accounting, but with U.S. Career Institute, that timeline can be accelerated to as fast as 16 months. U.S. Career Institute students can take advantage of self-paced learning, so it's up to you how quickly you move through the classes for your undergraduate accounting degree.

You can get an Accounting Associate Degree online by enrolling with U.S. Career Institute. Our cost-effective distance learning program will give you skills that you can build on for high-paying and highly successful careers. This is the entry point to success!
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*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Office and Administrative Support Occupations, on the internet at Bookkeeping, Accounting and Auditing Clerks (visited September 16, 2025). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.