Master of Accountancy in Accounting / MSc in Applied Quantitative Finance in Denver United States | University of Denver

A structured dual degree initiative combines two master's programs or pairs a master's with a JD program, resulting in two distinct degrees. All formal dual degree proposals require authorization from both the Graduate Council and the Senior Vice Provost for Research and Graduate Education.

Formal dual degree programs fall into two categories. The first type integrates two different academic fields, requiring students to fulfill two separate core curricula while minimizing elective requirements. The second type combines two specialized areas within a single discipline, allowing students to share core courses between programs while completing distinct elective sets.

Dual degrees must be pursued simultaneously rather than sequentially. To satisfy this condition, prospective dual degree candidates must maintain enrollment in both programs for a complete academic year (three quarters or two semesters). For students in one-year programs, admission to the second program must occur no later than the first available term after completing half (50%) of the initial program's coursework.

MAcc credit requirement with dual degree: 40
MAcc credit adjustment with dual degree: No reduction from the standard 40-credit MAcc requirement
MS in Applied Quantitative Finance credits needed with dual degree: 41
MS in Applied Quantitative Finance credit adjustment: 16 credits waived from the standard 57-credit MSAQF requirement (excluding ACTG 4610 and sharing 12 core/elective credits with MAcc)
Total minimum credits required for dual degree completion: 81