Master of Accounting 

at Ohio State University, Columbus

• Submit two letters of recommendation

• The applicant is required to submit at least two (2) letters of recommendation that can speak to their potential to be successful in the program. The applicant will have the opportunity to ask their references to submit either electronic or paper letters of reference on their behalf when submitting the online application.

  When deciding whom to ask for letters of recommendation, the applicant will want to choose individuals who can attest to their scholarship, professional development, personal character, and overall potential to succeed. It is recommended that at least two of the letters of reference be from academic sources.

• The applicants are required to submit an essay when applying to the program. This is an opportunity to present yourself to the admissions committee in a meaningful, in-depth way. We encourage you to invest time in your essay, be genuine, and include examples with the points you make.
• Essay Topic

What are your short-term and long-term goals? How/why will a masters in accounting help you achieve those goals?

Recommended maximum word length: 750 words

• Optional Supplemental Essay

Please feel free to provide a statement concerning any information you would like to add to your application that you have not addressed elsewhere.

Recommended maximum word length: 500 words

• Submit CV
• Resumes can be longer than one page to account for additional details about your school and work history, accomplishments, awards, community or professional organizations or other information that would be relevant for the Admissions Committee.