Master’s in Taxation (MST)
#9 Best MS Tax Program
According to TaxTalent, AU’s Kogod School of Business has one of the best postgraduate tax programs in the country. Why? Because this unique program provides practitioners with unparalleled opportunities. As an MST student, you’ll learn from expert faculty, experienced executives-in-residence, and major industry players.
The Master’s in Taxation program also includes:
- Technical competency across the full range of federal and state taxation.
- Access to the Kogod School of Business Tax Policy Center.
- A wealth of internship opportunities in the nation’s capital city.
- Visits to the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Treasury, and Senate Finance Committee.
- Individual career coaching, group instruction, on-campus recruiting, and more.
Accelerator Admission
Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | |
|---|---|---|
| GPA | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| IELTS | 6.5, no subscore below 5.5 | 6.0, no subscore below 5.0 |
| Available Entry | Spring or Fall | |
Qualifying undergraduate degrees:
4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Sample Coursework
Below is a list of degree-related courses you might take during your Master’s Accelerator Program. Courses may change based on availability and your preferences.
- Financial Accounting
- Taxation of Corporations
- Tax Planning: Individual and Business
- Tax Research and Procedure
Progression Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Credits Earned Towards Degree | 6 | 9 |
| Progression Into | Master’s degree program | Master’s degree program |
| Progression Requirements | GPA of 3.25 in Kogod School of Business courses with no grade lower than a B | GPA of 3.25 in Kogod School of Business courses with no grade lower than a B |