Degrees and programs

Stark State College’s accounting CPA major prepares students for a wide range of accounting careers by building strong skills in auditing, taxation, financial reporting, and consulting, while introducing the technical knowledge covered on the CPA exam and taught by industry-certified professionals.

Stark State’s corporate accounting program equips you for roles in governmental and nonprofit accounting, partnership or sole proprietorship accounting, financial information preparation, reporting and analysis, and cost accounting. Interested in taking the certified management accountant (CMA) exam? Our program exposes you to all the technical subject matter covered on the exam.

Stark State College’s forensic accounting program provides specialized training in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation while building a strong foundation in accounting and business principles.

Stark State College’s accounting tax major prepares students with in-depth knowledge of tax law, accounting principles, and business transactions to meet today’s growing demand for skilled tax professionals. This flexible, fully online associate degree can be completed in as little as two years and equips graduates to work in small accounting firms, independent tax practices, or as business owners and tax specialists.

Stark State’s accounting data analytics program offers a clear, flexible pathway that allows you to start with a one-year certificate and continue seamlessly into an associate degree in accounting—without repeating coursework.

If working in both health care and finance/accounting appeals to you, this is your major. You’ll concentrate on essential accounting courses but also add knowledge about medical terminology, the basics of health care delivery systems, the complex world of reimbursements and insurance and the legal aspects of the medical profession.

The administration office professional associate degree prepares students for a wide range of office and business careers by building strong technical, interpersonal, and information management skills, with flexible course delivery options. Graduates can pursue industry-recognized certifications and stack credentials through a one-year certificate that can apply toward the degree.

This administrative office professional management major program builds versatile skills in organization, communication, technology, and office management for today’s evolving administrative roles. Graduates are prepared for careers such as administrative or executive assistant and office manager, can work across industries like healthcare, education, government, and legal offices, and are eligible to pursue several industry‑recognized certifications.

The administrative office professional virtual office professional major prepares you for a fast-growing career as a virtual office professional, offering the flexibility to work from home, set your own schedule, and support businesses across a wide range of industries. The program builds in-demand skills in modern office software and emerging technologies while preparing you for industry-recognized certifications and careers such as administrative assistant, executive assistant, office manager, or virtual assistant.

Stark State’s advanced manufacturing technology program equips you with the expertise needed to thrive in modern industrial environments – including the automotive, aerospace, electronics, medical devices, plastics, food and beverage, and defense/military industries.