The University of New Haven’s M.S. in Taxation program attracts a wide range of accountants, attorneys, executives, government employees, and those seeking to enhance career in taxation.
Future Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) also gravitate to the program. Many states require CPA candidates to complete 150 academic credit hours of coursework to sit for the CPA exam. Our program provides those hours.
Taxation is based on law. As a student in our program, you will be taught exactly as students in law school are taught. You will learn the research and analytical skills of those who practice tax law, analyzing the Internal Revenue Code and a broad swath of regulations, rulings, and court cases. With the research and analytical skills, you develop in the program, you will significantly advance your career success. In fact, graduates of the M.S. in Taxation program are among the most successful of University of New Haven alumni, with most employed in high-level executive positions or as partners in local, regional, and/or international CPA firms.
One of the program’s greatest assets is its faculty. Leaders and innovators in their fields, they bring not only academic rigor to the classroom but also impressive professional backgrounds. This enables them to back up theory with solid experience in handling a wide range of clients.
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Jack Berkowitz '24
"As a seasoned tax professional having worked in the field of taxes for more than two decades, I found the University of New Haven graduate taxation program to be a fulfilling and satisfying experience."
KRISTINA L. PALAZZO '18
"The Master’s in Taxation program offers relevant courses that are pertinent to my profession."
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The University of New Haven offers a wide variety of in-depth courses that create a transformational educational experience for our students. To view the complete list of courses you'll take while pursuing a M.S. in Taxation, check out the Academic Catalog:
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