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BA/BS in Accounting

Algoma University

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

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At Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada, BA/BS in Accounting is offered as a bachelor's degree in Accounting programme. The programme runs for 3 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 11,301 per semester (CAD 2,991 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Accounting
Duration: 3 years
Local tuition: CAD 2,991 / semester
International tuition: CAD 11,301 / semester

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Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

This three-year Bachelor of Business Administration with an Accounting major covers managerial accounting, income taxation, finance, auditing, and the analysis of general and management business practices. The curriculum prepares students for a range of accounting career paths, including eligibility to pursue the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation after graduation. Students can complete cooperative education placements with organizations such as OLG, Brookfield Power, and BDO Canada, gaining applied work experience alongside coursework. Faculty include Chartered Professional Accountants with industry experience, and the program is recognized by the Aboriginal Financial Officers Association of Canada (AFOA). Graduates have recorded strong pass rates on the CPA's Uniform Final Examination (UFE) and Common Final Examination (CFE) relative to other Canadian business programs. The degree combines technical accounting training with broader business coursework, positioning graduates for roles in public accounting, corporate finance, auditing, and taxation, as well as further professional accreditation.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with a minimum overall average of 70%, including six Grade 12 U/M level courses: ENG4U and two U/M Mathematics courses (MDM4U recommended), plus any additional program-specific prerequisites.

About Algoma University

“Truth, Knowledge and Wisdom”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1965
Programs: 29
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Accounting award?

Algoma University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Accounting on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Accounting take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does BA/BS in Accounting cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 11,301 per semester (CAD 2,991 per semester for local students).

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