Taxation, M.S.
About the Program
The Beasley School of Law offers an M.S. program for accountants through which students acquire in-depth knowledge of taxation law. This program is ideally suited for accountants wishing to gain a mastery of taxation law, without becoming lawyers. Students in the program take both law and business classes and seminars with our Master of Laws in Taxation students. Courses are taught primarily by law faculty, with the exception of advanced accounting classes taught by faculty from the Fox School of Business and Management. Students develop both practical and theoretical expertise through case analyses and rigorous class participation with lawyers and Juris Doctor students. The Beasley School of Law has a solid history of preparing students to hit the ground running in a variety of law and law-related fields.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 5 years
Campus Location: Online, with some in-person instruction on Main or the Center City campuses
Full-Time/Part-Time Status: The degree program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis.
Interdisciplinary Study: Business classes in Valuation and Accounting may be required.
Affiliation(s): The Beasley School is a member of the American Association of Law Schools.
Ranking: The Beasley School of Law is highly ranked. Current ranking information may be viewed at https://www.law.temple.edu/news/temple-law-continues-strong-performance-us-news-world-report-rankings/.
Accreditation: The Beasley School of Law is fully accredited by the American Bar Association.
Areas of Specialization: Areas of specialization include:
- Business
- Estate Planning
- Employee Benefits
- Litigation
Job Prospects: Graduates are prepared for employment in accounting firms or to advance in their careers at their current firm.
Non-Matriculated Student Policy: Students must be matriculated in the program to take courses.
Financing Opportunities: Matriculated students are eligible for federal financial aid.
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 15
Summer: May 1
Applications are processed as they are received throughout the year. Late applications may be considered for admission.
APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 0
From Whom: If you elect to submit letters of recommendation, obtain references from an immediate supervisor, current or past, and/or from academic evaluators.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree in Accounting or in a related field is required.
Statement of Goals: Describe your future goals in specific terms and how the M.S. will assist you in achieving those goals.
Standardized Test Scores:
For applicants whose native language is not English, a minimum score on the TOEFL or IELTS is required:
TOEFL iBT: 88
IELTS Academic: 6.5
Resume: Current resume required.
Transfer Credit: Advanced standing is not granted.
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Number of Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 30
Detailed course requirements will be available in December 2020.
Culminating Event: Completion of coursework is required to earn the M.S. in Taxation.
Contacts
Program Web Address:
https://www.law.temple.edu/academics/degrees/mst/
Department Information:
Office of Graduate and International Programs
Beasley School of Law
1719 N. Broad Street, 710 Klein
Philadelphia, PA 19122
215-204-1448
Fax: 215-204-2282
Mailing Address for Application Materials:
Office of Graduate and International Programs
Beasley School of Law
1719 N. Broad Street, 710 Klein (055)
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Department Contacts:
Academic Director:
Kathy Mandelbaum, Esq.
Director, M.S. in Taxation and LL.M. in Taxation
215-204-5382