With financial crimes on the rise and the overall business environment becoming increasingly more complex, the need for skilled professionals trained to detect and prevent fraud continues to grow.
For inquisitive problem-solvers interested in the intersection of law enforcement and accounting, the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination (FAFE) at Embry‑Riddle’s Prescott Campus may be a perfect fit. This degree program covers the four major sections of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ professional certification:
Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes
Law
Investigation
Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
Embry‑Riddle is one of the only schools in the nation to offer an undergraduate forensic accounting degree in a traditional, on-campus environment. As a result, students benefit from a hands-on approach to learning and enjoy access to state-of-the-art technology, lab space and software for data visualization and decision making.
Combining a broad accounting focus with a specialization in forensics, this flexible degree prepares students to pursue rewarding careers as forensic accountants, financial examiners, internal auditors, management analysts, financial analysts and more.
September 2025
Prescott Campus
3700 Willow Creek Road,
Prescott,
Arizona,
86301, West, United States
When evaluating an applicant for admission, Embry‑Riddle takes into consideration a student's high school academic record (both courses taken and overall grade-point average), rank in class, and activities. Embry‑Riddle values individual academic achievement, initiative, talent and character above standardized testing.
English Language Requirement:
The preferred minimum TOEFL score for admissions is 213 (computer-based), 79 (IBT Internet-based) or 8.5 (Essentials). The preferred IELTS score is 6.0. The preferred Duolingo score is 105. The preferred Cambridge score is 170.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.