Take the next step to Advance your Expertise

Trinity’s STEM-designated MSA program prepares future leaders in accounting, taxation and data analytics. Trinity's MSA program combines rigorous academics, hands-on learning and personalized mentorship to prepare students for CPA success, exceptional careers and leadership in a rapidly evolving profession.

Each Fall semester, Trinity's MSA program welcomes a cohort of approximately 30 students. While many students continue into the program after completing their undergraduate degree at Trinity, we also encourage applications from qualified students at colleges and universities.

Application Dates and Deadlines

Admission is offered on a rolling basis until the cohort reaches capacity. Qualified applicants who apply after the cohort is full may be offered a place on the waitlist.

Milestonedate
Applications Open for MSA Class of 2028October 1, 2026
Early Action deadlineDecember 1, 2026
Regular Decision deadlineFebruary 1, 2027
Graduate Assistantship and Scholarship Priority deadlineFebruary 1, 2027

 

Application Checklist

Required Materials for Trinity undergraduate applicants


Application

  • Completed Trinity University Graduate Application

Transcripts

  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended, sent directly to Trinity University

Résumé

  • A current résumé outlining your educational background and professional experience

Statement of Purpose

  • A personal statement describing your interest in the Trinity MSA program, your career goals and how your academic and professional experiences have prepared you for graduate study. This statement helps the admissions committee learn more about you beyond your academic record. Applicants should write their personal statement themselves and should not use AI-generated content.
     

Optional Materials for All Applicants

  • GMAT scores 

Required Materials for Non-Trinity undergraduate applicants

Application

  • Completed Trinity University Graduate Application

Transcripts

  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended, sent directly to Trinity University

Résumé

  • A current résumé outlining your educational background and professional experience

Letters of Recommendation

  • Two letters of recommendation from professors or employers regarding your character, motivation and intellectual ability. 

Statement of Purpose

  • A personal statement describing your interest in the Trinity MSA program, your career goals and how your academic and professional experiences have prepared you for graduate study. This statement helps the admissions committee learn more about you beyond your academic record. Applicants should write their personal statement themselves and should not use AI-generated content.

Application Fee

  • $50.00 non-refundable application fee, payable online through the secure payment link in the admissions portal

Department of Accounting

Michael Neidorff School of Business

Location

Chapman Center

Phone

Fax

Emails

Chair

Julie Persellin, Ph.D.