Thinking of a PhD?
Welcome to the AAA's resource page for students considering a PhD in accounting or another doctoral program.
Doctoral students are eligible for the student membership rates for the AAA and its sections.
To learn more about membership, visit our Membership Page
How Does the AAA Serve Doctoral Students?
As you enter the world of doctoral studies in accounting, the AAA offers a range of benefits and resources to help you on your way.
- Affordable Student Memberships - Doctoral students have access to reduced student membership rates for the AAA and its sections.
- Events to support research exposure, teaching, and networking - The AAA organizes yearly meetings, offering an opportunity to learn more about the latest research and teaching trends, network, present your research, and earn CPE credits.
- Career Center - AAA Members have access to the AAA Career Center.
- Annual Accounting PhD Rookie Recruiting and Research Camp - The AAA hosts the Accounting PhD Rookie Recruiting and Research Camp, connecting employers with accounting PhD students.
- AAA Digital Library - AAA Members receive full access to the Digital Library - the largest body of research in the profession.
Learn About Being a PhD Student
Click below to view an interview with Kari Olsen about being a PhD student. Kari is now an Associate Professor at Utah Valley University.
AAA Academic Articles on Doctoral Programs
Click on any of the links below to view some sample scholarly content on PhD progams:
Can Obtaining an Accounting Ph.D. Provide a Positive Financial Return?
View ArticleFrom Student to Accounting Professional: A Longitudinal Study of the Filtering Process
View ArticleThe Current State of Accounting Ph.D. Programs in the United States
View ArticleYou can also become familiar with the largest body of research in the profession - visit our Digital Library to view the full range of academic content we publish.
AAA Digital LibraryWhat Schools Offer Doctoral Programs in Accounting?
Click the links below to view a list of schools offering doctoral programs in accounting. If your school is not listed, contact info@aaahq.org and someone will be happy to assist in listing your school
Funding and the PhD Job Market
Funding for a PhD is one of the first issues prospective students ask themselves. Although each school is different, most universities do not charge tuition for doctoral students and also provide stipends. There are many online resources that offer you advice - we think the following sites are particularly helpful.
William (Bill) Ezzell Scholarship from the AICPA Foundation
Learn MoreNon-Traditional Doctoral Programs
Nontraditional doctoral programs information is available through the Pathways Commission: "An Examination of Non-Traditional Doctoral Education" - we encourage you to look at the Resources List at the end of the Pathways Report PDF below.
Pathways Commision Vision Model
If the Pathways Commission Vision model inspires you, join the ongoing conversation at PathwaysInspired.org