School of Law
School of Law
Designed for accountants and finance professionals, the M.S. in Taxation builds advanced expertise in federal tax law, tax policy, tax planning, and compliance. You'll strengthen your ability to interpret tax regulations, analyze complex financial scenarios, and apply that expertise directly to client and organizational work.
*A maximum of 9 credits of the Foundation Coursework may be waived based on a student's education and/or work experience.
No test requirements for admission.
UBalt Law's M.S. in Taxation is designed for professionals in accounting, finance, government, compliance, and business who want graduate-level tax training without pursuing a law degree. Through flexible study options and a law school-based curriculum, students develop specialized knowledge in tax law, procedure, planning, and policy that can support their professional growth.
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UBalt Law offers several graduate and post-J.D. options connected to tax and estate planning. The M.S. in Taxation is designed for students who do not need a J.D. to pursue advanced tax study.
| Program | J.D. Required? | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Taxation | No | Accounting, finance, business, government, and tax professionals seeking advanced tax knowledge. | |
| LL.M. in Taxation | Yes | Attorneys seeking advanced tax specialization. | |
| Certificate in Estate Planning | Yes | Attorneys seeking focused training in estate planning, trusts, tax, probate, and private client practice. | |
| *Not sure which program fits your goals? Request information and we will help you identify the right path. |
UBalt Law accepts M.S. in Taxation applications for fall, spring, and summer entry.
Fall Deadline: August 1
Spring Deadline: December 1
Summer Deadline: May 1
Prospective students are encouraged to request information early so they can receive guidance on eligibility, transcripts, foundation coursework,
and next steps.
Whether you are building your accounting career, expanding your tax knowledge, or exploring a new professional direction, UBalt Law can help you identify the graduate tax pathway that fits your goals.
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M.S. in Taxation graduates build advanced skills in tax law, compliance, planning, procedure, and research for roles in accounting, finance, government, consulting, and business. Common career paths include tax accountant, corporate tax analyst, compliance specialist, financial planning professional, enrolled agent, and estate or trust tax professional.
Already have a J.D.? The LL.M. in Taxation is designed for students with a law degree.