MS in Accounting Enrollment Information : Isenberg School of Management : UMass Amherst

Enrollment Information

You can find important information about registering for courses below including dates, helpful reminders and notes, and advisor contact information.

Helpful Reminders and Notes

Course enrollment instructions: Find comprehensive instructions for enrolling in classes here.
Make sure all holds are cleared: If you have a hold on your record/account in SPIRE, this could prevent registration. To view a hold, log into SPIRE, look on the right side of the screen on your Student Services Center page under "Holds".
Extended payment plan contracts: Find the contracts here.

Enrollment Terms

Steps for Enrolling in Fall 2024 Courses

Make sure all holds are cleared. If you have a hold on your record/account in SPIRE, this could prevent registration. To view a hold, log into SPIRE, look on the right side of the screen on your Student Services Center page under "Holds."

New Students: You must accept the Financial Responsibility Agreement before enrolling in classes. Please log into SPIRE to accept the agreement. You can find more information on the Bursar’s Office FAQs page.

Visit our Browse Courses page to view course descriptions and select your courses. Then register in SPIRE.

If you need more help, join the MSA advisors for a registration session. Register here. You may also find this enrollment video helpful.

August 27 – Preview week opens in Canvas

September 3 – First day of classes

September 16 – Last day to drop with 100% tuition refund and no record

October 29 – Last day to drop with 50% tuition refund and “DR” record

December 10 – Last day of classes

December 26 – Grades show on transcripts

If you are completing your MSA degree this fall, please refer to the Graduating Student Resource Page for next steps after enrollment in final coursework.

Fall is a mandatory semester. If you are not planning on registering for courses for this semester, you must enroll in Continuous Enrollment to keep your student status active. The Class Number for Continuous Enrollment is found in the Schedule of Classes under GRADSCH 999. There is a $285.00 fee associated with Continuous Enrollment.

Interested in completing a focus in forensic accounting, data analytics, or taxation? Talk with your advisor. Completing a focus is optional but can enhance your skill set and set you apart.