Too late to get Accounting Degree?

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<p>This is a long story but I will try to keep it short. I made the mistake of taking Computer Science in College, and although I got my degree, my programming skills are average at best. After several failed attempts to get a job in this field I took a job in the Retail sector, where I have worked for several years now. I'm getting sick of this dead-end job (and the pathetic paychecks) and I want a real career. </p>

<p>Last month I got to do some basic accounting work and I'm seriously considering getting a 2nd Degree in Accounting. I've already found three Universities to apply to, and I'm calculating the cost of this education. My main concern is my age. If I get accepted into a University this year, I will be 29 when the Fall Semester starts. I've heard it can take five years to get an Accounting Degree. Is 29 too late to start this?</p>

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<p>You need to locate Masters in Accounting programs that are specifically designed for students without an accounting background for undergrad. These programs are typically only 1 year long but should make you eligible to sit for the CPA exam.</p>

<p>I know a list was created awhile back, but I don’t know exactly where. There are quite a few good schools that offer this sort of program. I think the list I saw was about 20 nationally.</p>