MS in Taxation
At a Glance
The MS in Taxation program at Thomas Jefferson University is geared toward practicing accountants in the fields of public, corporate and governmental accounting as well as lawyers, financial managers and planners who need extensive information and formal study in taxation.
The program prepares students for professional tax practice whether they are earning their degree or expanding their expertise on a specific topic. The 100% online program offers optimal flexibility with full-time and part-time options to accommodate work schedules and to allow students to earn their degrees rapidly.
The faculty includes partners and managers from national, regional and local Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firms, noted tax attorneys, as well as specialists in many areas such as financial planning and state and local taxation. They work for highly visible national and regional firms, and they bring an exceptional standard of practice and expertise to the classroom.
Students in the program learn state-of-the-art online research methods that will help them stay current with a wide range of tax authorities throughout their careers. Our dynamic, comprehensive curriculum is uniquely practitioner-focused, giving a competitive edge for the professional world. Our graduates are well prepared to further their current careers and to excel in challenging, exciting positions in the public and private sectors.
Program Highlights
Designed for practicing accountants, lawyers, financial managers and planners, the MS in Taxation prepares students to become professional tax practitioners whether they are seeking to earn their degree, expand their expertise or maintain their Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
- 100% online allows for optimal flexibility
- Practitioner oriented program
- Small class sizes
- Flexible full and part-time program options
- Admission is on a rolling basis with four entry points during the year
- Earn credits towards the 150-hour CPA requirement
- Focused customizable curriculum
- Merit-based competitive scholarships
- Graduate assistantships