The Culverhouse School of Accountancy

Accounting Student Association

• The Accounting Student Association is an organization for freshmen and sophomore accounting majors to come together to network and learn more about the major/department as well as how to prepare for the recruiting process. Junior and Senior accounting majors who are still searching for internships or full-time positions are also welcome to apply!
• The spring 2027 will open in January. For questions, contact Sydney Simmons, ASA Advisor.

Beta Alpha Psi

• Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is an international honor and service organization that promotes and supports students majoring in accounting, finance, and information systems. The UA chapter of Beta Alpha Psi accepts applications at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semester. To apply to Beta Alpha Psi, you must have taken AC 210 and earned a grade of B+ or higher, and you must have an overall GPA of 3.0. If you have already taken upper-division classes, you must have a 3.0 GPA in your major courses and a 3.0 overall GPA (minimum grade in AC 210 is not required if you have already taken major classes). Beta Alpha Psi hosts professional development activities, networking opportunities, and service events throughout the semester.
• The spring 2027 application will open in January.
• If you have questions about the organization or would like to join, please email alabama.bap.president@gmail.com.

Accounting Ambassadors

• The Accounting Ambassadors are the student representatives of the Accounting Departments. Responsibilities include: hosting departmental and department-sponsored events; meeting with prospective accounting majors; assisting with departmental efforts to promote accounting-related events, activities, and initiatives; and educating business students about the major and opportunities it provides post-graduation.
• Great applicants will be junior-level students who have completed AC 310, comfortable with public speaking and willing to share their experience as an accounting student, willing to dedicate time during the academic year and prioritize ambassador responsibilities and commitments, and savvy with social media and active on LinkedIn.
• The 2027-2028 Application will open in December. For questions, contact Sydney Simmons, Accounting Ambassador Advisor.

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

• The ACFE is the world’s largest anti-fraud organization and a premier provider of anti-fraud training and education. ACFE’s mission is to reduce the incidence of fraud and white-collar crime around the world and assist the Membership in fraud detection and deterrence.
• The only membership requirement for the chapter is that you join the ACFE as a student member and provide proof of membership. Our ACFE chapter has no GPA or attendance requirements, and you may send your proof of membership to our chapter email.
• The primary benefits that you realize as a member of the ACFE are networking, résumé-building, and professional resources. Once you become a student member, the national office will supply you with information, magazines, and prep materials that can supplement your interest in the field or prepare you for the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) exam. 
• Questions? Contact Faculty Advisor – Dr. Todd DeZoort, CFE

Accounting Masters Association

• AMA is a student organization providing group events throughout the year to foster community between MAcc and MTA students. The association hosts monthly events at various locations throughout Tuscaloosa.
• You must be a current MAcc or MTA student to become a member