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CHARLES WIDGER SCHOOL OF LAW

GRADUATE TAX EXPERIENCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GROW YOUR TAX PRACTICE ACUMEN

Founded in 1980, the Villanova Graduate Tax Program offers a real-world experience dedicated to part-time adult learners who are working professionals. Once enrolled in our Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM), Master of Taxation (MT) or certificate programs, you will learn from professional tax experts managing practical issues in an ever-evolving industry.

Our program, offered through the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, is intended for tax professionals who want to expand their career options and learn more about the intricacies and complexities of tax practice.

LLM IN TAXATION

MASTER OF TAXATION

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID

CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULES

FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION

PHONE:
610-519-7043 or
1-888-GRAD-TAX

EMAIL:
graduatetaxprogram@law.villanova.edu 

INTERACTIVE, EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Whether it’s tax season, year-end preparation, family vacations, or work travel, our Graduate Tax Program is designed to accommodate your busy schedule. Our integrated online and on-campus courses allow you to float freely between modalities, while providing you with a consistent, top-tier experience from our world-class faculty.  

The Villanova Graduate Tax Program is dedicated to engaging on-campus and online learners focusing on community interaction and practical learning that will help secure your next big move and reach your career goals.  Within each course, you will explore subjects such as research and legal reasoning, practice and procedure, and corporate and partnership tax with asynchronous, interactive peer discussions, polling, quizzes and more. Then, our industry leading faculty will guide you and a small group of peers through a live, in-depth analysis of a weekly topic. All live discussions are recorded and available afterwards because we know your time is filled with obligations.

 

OUR FACULTY HELP TAX LEADERS GROW

Our faculty is passionate about their tax law pedagogy to ensure your success. At Villanova, you will learn from real-world professionals with years of expertise in tax planning, practice, and transactions tax legislation. The Villanova Graduate Tax Program faculty help professionals explore taxation from multiple viewpoints, understand state, federal and international taxation procedures, and investigate how law and accounting concepts could impact our ever-changing field.

The connections our faculty bring to the program are endless. From welcoming Big Four partners and government officials as guest speakers to introducing you to industry experts that are open to new connections, our faculty goes beyond the classroom to help you fully benefit from the Villanova Graduate Tax Program.

 

EARN A CERTIFICATE, EXPAND YOUR CAREER

Whether you enroll at Villanova determined to earn a tax certificate or start one while earning your advanced degree, our Graduate Tax certificates distinguish you from your colleagues. Our curriculum allows you to give your career a boost by offering additional classes specific to Employee Benefits, State and Local Taxation (SALT), Estate Planning and International Taxation. Our certificates are more than just a specialization. They are a valued credential opening doors for graduates.

Our Graduate Tax Program law certificates can be earned on campus or online, as part of our Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) and Master of Taxation degree (MT), or as a stand-alone certificate intended for legal and business professionals.

 

EXPLORE CERTIFICATES

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Amy Bevzan, '22 MT

“There are a lot of accountants, bookkeepers, and tax preparers in our industry, but Villanova’s Graduate Tax Program helped distinguish me from that crowded group. The professors are top-notch, and the interactive courses allowed me to dive into relevant topics that pushed my career to the next level. Villanova really opened up doors for me.” –Amy is currently a Tax Manager at Deloitte

Amy Souradjou, '22 MT

“The faculty at Villanova are real-world tax professionals who are leaders in our industry. They’re knowledgeable about modern-day tax law changes, which helps drive interesting class discussions. As an online student it was refreshing to know that the faculty were accommodating outside of class. They always took time to help me better understand concepts discussed during the virtual sessions and provide additional feedback about weekly topics.” –Amy is a Tax Senior at CLA Connect

Eli Otterpohl, Current MT Student

“My accounting firm offers tax and estate planning and I often find myself collaborating with lawyers on these client matters. Villanova’s Graduate Tax Program offers this same collaborative atmosphere with accountants and lawyers learning together, which really drew me to the program when compared to others. I’m now working towards an Estate Planning certificate and Master of Taxation degree to advance my career.” –Eli is a CPA at Keebler & Associates, LLP

Nate Catanese, '20 LLM

"I appreciated the way Villanova structured the terms. As a working professional, I knew that it would be difficult to balance work, studies, and parenting. I knew that Villanova’s structure — two consecutive eight-week intensive classes followed by a final exam each term — would allow me to focus on one subject area at a time. Similarly, I picked Villanova because it allowed me, as a tax practitioner, to gain both depth and breadth. I appreciated taking many different areas of tax while at the same time being able to focus on a particular area, estate and gift tax." –Nate is currently an Attorney at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC

Robin Whitlock, '21 MT

"During my program research, I discovered that there were very few schools that had a specific program for professionals like me that had an accounting background, but I was not an attorney nor a Certified Public Accountant. I came across the Graduate Tax Program at Villanova University, read through the information, and reached out for additional information on the program. At that point, I knew I found the school that was a perfect fit for me." –Robin is currently an Investment Advisor Representative at Infinite Wealth Advisors, LLC

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