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How the MAC Program Helped Prepare One Recent Grad for the Future

Recent MAC graduate, Erica Gales, shares about her switch to accounting in undergrad, challenges and highlights from the Jenkins MAC program and how she landed a job with her dream accounting firm.

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No. 3 Best Online MAC Program

Our high-value, practical degree is consistently ranked among the top, most recently by the University HQ, 2023

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100% Employment Rate

For the second year in a row, all of our graduates have secured jobs within three months of graduation.

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Open to Non-Accounting Majors

With our self-paced ASAP program, you can complete all prerequisites required to enter the MAC program.

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On campus or online. Full-time or Part-time. Discover MAC.

The MAC Program is unique in providing real-world experience and combining innovation and high-value education to take your career to the next level, while providing ultimate flexibility to pursue a degree.

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Explore Unlimited Career Potential in Accounting

We connect our students with the resources they need to find the jobs they want. Our graduates are highly sought after by industry powerhouses and global companies.

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Two Career Tracks: Public Accounting or Business & Industry

Our innovative curriculum taught by faculty practitioners offers a rigorous, relevant education. We consistently hear from employers that our students are ready from day one.

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Three Specializations: ERM, IT or Tax

Students are not required to choose a specialization, however the MAC program offers three focus areas: enterprise risk management, information technology and tax strategy.

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We Are a Close-knit Community

Our faculty and staff are deeply invested in knowing you as a student. Not only will you get a top-ranked degree, but you will also build lifelong professional and personal connections.

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First-Time CPA Pass Rate Above National Average

For the 2022 calendar year the national average first-time pass rate was 52.84%. NC State students had a pass rate of 73.96%, over a 20% difference.

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Financing Your MAC Degree

Financing your MAC degree can be achieved through a variety of resources, including scholarships, fellowships and assistantships. 67% of students in the current on-campus program received some form of scholarship.

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The Jenkins MAC Difference: Supportive and Caring Community

“Here at NC State we are more that just a university, we’re family. Our MAC program provides exceptional education and real world experiences to launch our students’ careers to the next level.”

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Students have the option of starting the program in the spring, summer or fall. Apply early to be considered for MAC scholarships and fellowships. Learn more about the application checklist and the deadlines:

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#NCStateMAC alumna Erica Gales found her passion at NC State, transitioning from biology to accounting after falling in love with an accounting class.

The challenges of the MAC program helped her grow personally and professionally. Now, she’s prepared to step into the corporate world as an audit associate for @ey_us.

“We were all family – and that’s probably the thing that stands out the most. Anytime I walked into the MAC lab or into the accounting department, it felt like home. Having that support system and knowing how much they cared about me as a person was definitely my favorite part,” said Erica.

➡️ Feel inspired by Erica’s story: mac.ncsu.edu/news

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#NCStateMAC alumna Erica Gales found her passion at NC State, transitioning from biology to accounting after falling in love with an accounting class. The challenges of the MAC program helped her grow personally and professionally. Now, she’s prepared to step into the corporate world as an audit associate for @ey_us. “We were all family – and that’s probably the thing that stands out the most. Anytime I walked into the MAC lab or into the accounting department, it felt like home. Having that support system and knowing how much they cared about me as a person was definitely my favorite part,” said Erica. ➡️ Feel inspired by Erica’s story: mac.ncsu.edu/news #PooleStudentSpotlight

🎥 Watch how we kicked off the academic year at the #NCStateMAC Orientation @ncstatepoole, bringing together on-campus and online students to:

✅ Start building a community for life!

✅ Network with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff

✅ Learn about the MAC program, expectations and resources

✅ Begin a journey of lifelong success in the accounting profession

✅ Start developing leadership and communication skills

Best wishes for a new academic year! #PoolePack

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🎥 Watch how we kicked off the academic year at the #NCStateMAC Orientation @ncstatepoole, bringing together on-campus and online students to: ✅ Start building a community for life! ✅ Network with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff ✅ Learn about the MAC program, expectations and resources ✅ Begin a journey of lifelong success in the accounting profession ✅ Start developing leadership and communication skills Best wishes for a new academic year! #PoolePack

Meet Jessica Moran, an Associate Director of Academic Programs for the #NCStateMAC. Jessica shares five facts about herself:

📍I graduated from the program I now work for. I was in the MAC class of 2003. I love helping students reach their goals.

📍I am a third-generation @ncstatealumni. When I walk on campus, I often wonder what my grandfather would think of campus today compared to the 1940s when he was here.

📍I spent a summer in New Hampshire as a camp counselor for a horseback riding program. Most of the campers were from New York City and thought my southern accent meant I was from another country.

📍I’m learning to make bread in a bread machine I got from Goodwill!

📍I have a pit bull boxer rescue named Bandit. He is a gentle giant.

#PooleAlumniSpotlight #PooleStaffSpotlight

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Meet Jessica Moran, an Associate Director of Academic Programs for the #NCStateMAC. Jessica shares five facts about herself: 📍I graduated from the program I now work for. I was in the MAC class of 2003. I love helping students reach their goals. 📍I am a third-generation @ncstatealumni. When I walk on campus, I often wonder what my grandfather would think of campus today compared to the 1940s when he was here. 📍I spent a summer in New Hampshire as a camp counselor for a horseback riding program. Most of the campers were from New York City and thought my southern accent meant I was from another country. 📍I’m learning to make bread in a bread machine I got from Goodwill! 📍I have a pit bull boxer rescue named Bandit. He is a gentle giant. #PooleAlumniSpotlight #PooleStaffSpotlight
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