FINANCING YOUR MBT DEGREE

The Villanova School of Business is proud to offer multiple funding opportunities to support students’ access to a graduate degree in business taxation. We encourage all applicants to review and discuss these options with our program admissions representative, Ally Dotzman.

TUITION

The 2024-25 academic year tuition for the entire program is $46,500 or $1,550
per credit. The university also assesses a $100 general fee each semester.

Please note that if you require additional coursework beyond the standard curriculum, your tuition costs will be higher. 

SCHOLARSHIPS & FELLOWSHIPS

Merit Scholarships
The Villanova School of Business offers merit scholarships to accomplished students who excel academically and professionally. Award amounts vary.

• Eligibility: All admitted students are automatically considered.
• Application Process: Most merit scholarships are awarded upon admission. Admitted students who do not receive a merit scholarship with the offer of admission can request consideration by submitting the Scholarship Request Form on their Application Status Page.
• Criteria: Awards are based on a comprehensive and holistic application review, including coursework rigor, undergraduate academic performance, and professional and extracurricular involvement.
• Notification: Candidates typically receive notification of their award within 1-2 weeks of form submission.

Villanova School of Business Assistantship Program
The Master of Business Taxation with Data Analytics Fellows Program is an assistantship that allows students to pursue their degree on a full-time basis while obtaining paid research experience with VSB faculty and staff members. Fellows are required to work 10 hours per week in the fall and spring semesters and agree to serve as Admissions Ambassadors at select events. Any previous employment must be terminated by the start of the program to remain eligible. In exchange, fellows receive a 50% tuition discount and a stipend, which will be paid bi-weekly over the course of the fall and spring semesters.

• Eligibility: All admitted MBT applicants are eligible.
• Application Process: Complete the MBT Fellowship Application.
• Criteria: Applicants should possess a strong academic background and have an interest in research.
• Notification: Timing varies based on availability, as positions are limited.

Deloitte Scholarship & Tuition Scholar Program
This program supports diversity and inclusion within Villanova’s MBT program and offers full tuition coverage.  Through a generous gift from Deloitte, half of the tuition award is funded from the Deloitte Scholarship Program with the remaining funding provided by the Villanova School of Business. This award does not include a living stipend.

• Eligibility: All  admitted MBT applicants who do not have a current or pending employment conflict with Deloitte may apply.
• Application Process: Candidates should apply through the Deloitte Scholarship & Tuition Scholar Program form on the Application Status Page after they have been admitted to the MBT program.
• Criteria: Applicants are evaluated based on an essay demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a willingness to contribute to these initiatives at Villanova and in the accounting profession.
• Notification: Timing varies based on availability, as positions are limited.

KPMG U.S. Foundation, Inc., Scholarship for Underrepresented Minority Students
This scholarship is awarded to students traditionally underrepresented in the accounting services profession. Each scholarship is $15,000 and will be awarded for one academic year.

• Eligibility: All admitted MBT applicants who do not have a current or pending employment conflict with KPMG.
• Application Process: Eligible candidates should contact Ally Dotzman, Director of Admissions, to be considered.
• Criteria: Awards are based on a comprehensive and holistic application review.
• Notification: Candidates typically receive notification of their award within 1-2 weeks of indicated interest. Scholarships are limited and may be unavailable as the application deadline nears.

PwC Scholarship Fund
The PwC Scholarship Fund supports students with demonstrated need in the MAC or MBT programs who completed their undergraduate degree through the Villanova College of Professional Studies (CPS). Award amounts vary.

• Eligibility: Students in the MAC or MBT programs who completed their undergraduate degree through CPS.
• Application Process: Graduates of the CPS who apply and are admitted to the MAC or MBT program are automatically considered.
• Criteria: Must have completed or are pursuing the undergraduate degree at CPS and have demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to CPS undergraduates who have previously attended a community college.
• Notification: Recipients typically receive notification within 1-2 weeks of program acceptance.

EXTERNAL SCHOLARSHIPS & FUNDING SUPPORT

Explore external opportunities to fund your MBT degree at Villanova:

KPMG Tax Scholarship Program
Designed to support students aligned with KPMG’s values, offering up to $40,000 towards tuition.

FINANCIAL AID

Information regarding financial assistance available to graduate students may be obtained from the Villanova University Office of Financial Assistance.

GRADUATE STUDENT FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Villanova University offers additional opportunities to graduate students to receive funding support while pursuing their degree.