Your MAC Experience

In the Jenkins MAC program, you’ll find a community that nurtures professional relationships and personal bonds. The connections forged at NC State are enduring, providing a network of support and opportunity that extends beyond graduation.

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The Jenkins MAC Difference: Community

In the Jenkins MAC Program, you’ll find a community that nurtures professional relationships and personal bonds. The connections forged at NC State are enduring, providing a network of support and opportunity that extends beyond graduation.

“We were all family – and that’s probably the thing that stands out the most. Having that support system and knowing how much they cared about me as a person was definitely my favorite part [of the program].”

Ericka Gales

MAC ’23

Jenkins MAC Orientation

Building a strong community starts with a firm foundation. On-campus and online Jenkins MAC students come together each August for a two-day orientation to begin building foundational leadership skills.

“This is the beginning of a lifelong journey to a successful career in accounting.” —Scott Showalter, Jenkins MAC Program Director

MAC Class of 2023 — Jenkins MAC Student Orientation Fall 2023

Transition Support and Faculty Mentors

Success is the goal for every Jenkins MAC student, and the program uniquely offers customized mentoring and support in our Transition Support Program, made possible by EY. And Jenkins MAC faculty are more than instructors — they also serve as mentors, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a genuine commitment to your success.

MAC Mentorship Program

Upon entering the Jenkins MAC program, each student is assigned a faculty member who serves as a mentor as they complete their MAC degree. Students can choose how often to engage with their mentor, but the program ensures each student has someone to guide them through the program and help them prepare for a successful career in accounting.

More about Mentorship Program

Explore Community and Culture

We invite you to dive into the heart of our community through student and alumni stories, shared experiences, and global adventures.

Student Engagement

Engage with the community through activities like real world practicum projects and service events.

Learn about Student Life

Global Experiences

Gain an understanding of the global business environment — preparing you for success, wherever in the world you go.

Learn about Global Experiences

Voices of MAC

From the recruiting and admissions process, to the job search to the CPA exam preparation, MAC students share their perspectives.

Read the Student Life Blog

Meet MAC Students and Alumni

Read about Jenkins MAC students and alumni — their experiences, insights, careers — and the moments that make the MAC experience truly unique.

Read student and alumni stories

“Through tailored mentoring sessions and group projects, my professors and peers at Poole were instrumental in encouraging me to launch into an ever-evolving industry.”

Michael Cento

MAC ’17
Finance Manager, ICON PLC