It's my dream school, but it's a fairly long way off, so my family (none of whom believe in college) refuse to talk majors with me. Is it possible to go to UCSD, go to graduate school, and then go off to a big firm to be an accountant?
Please, help me if you can!
2007-12-10 18:27:51 · 2 answers · asked by Kiki N 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I love UCSD too. They don't have an undergrad business program (in fact, their graduate program is only a year or so old), so you can't study accounting there, but you could get a degree in almost anything that appeals to you there, then go to a school which offers a graduate degree in accounting for a masters and become an accountant with a large firm.
2007-12-10 18:43:50 · answer #1 · answered by neniaf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't necessarily have to study accounting in undergrad. You can score an internship as an accountant and that would qualify you even without graduate school, assuming you're hands on and not clerical duties.
You should consider UCLA as well if you like southern california. It has one of the top accounting programs, even though the accounting dept. only offers a minor (it's hard, but good). I think it's one of the most successful for placing graduates into jobs in the nation. We're close to the beaches as well, though not as close.
And if you're worried about not getting in, you should def. apply. I got rejected from UCSD but into UCLA!! Maybe it could be a good second choice?
Other than that GOOOO to college! You will have a great time and more importantly set yourself up for a better life and better future. Even if your family doesn't want to (which why wouldn't they?) you should and if money is an issue you should apply for FAFSA (federal aid and loans) and look at www.fastweb.com for scholarships.
Best of luck, accounting is a great profession!!
2007-12-11 03:30:17 · answer #2 · answered by brodis36 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋