GRADUATE TAX PROGRAM
DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE OPTIONS FROM VILLANOVA
Villanova University’s Graduate Tax Program features a Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) for lawyers and a Master of Taxation (MT) for accounting and business professionals, as well as Certificate Programs in specialized areas of taxation. Led by tax experts from diverse practice areas, our program offers students the opportunity to grow and develop in the evolving tax field.
Build Your Local & National Tax Acumem
Villanova University’s flexible approach to graduate education means you can plan your class schedule around your busy life. Online, on campus and hybrid options allow you to move freely between courses, meeting your personal and professional obligations while enhancing your career prospects.
Through a rigorous and intensive curriculum taught by top tax experts and experienced practitioners, Villanova's Master of Taxation (MT) program stresses real-world education and professional accountability in tax practice. The 30-credit degree supports working professionals, allowing you to enhance your tax practice on your own schedule.
Our Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) offers legal professionals the opportunity to dive into real-life case studies and tap into the pulse of today's ever-changing tax landscape. The 24-credit degree follows a flexible 8-week format.
- 24 (LLM) or 30 (MT) credit programs can be completed in as little as 2 years
- 8-week class format allowing balance of academic,professional and personal life
- Online and on-campus learning formats
- 4 certificates to distinguish you from your colleagues
- Financial assistance available
- Over 45 industry-experienced faculty members
WHY VILLANOVA GRADUATE TAX?
Practicing Faculty, Real-World Experience
Distinguished faculty from Big Four firms, the IRS, the Treasury Department and elite law firms will help you meet today’s tax challenges as you gain a competitive edge and make a broader impact as a tax professional. Our interdisciplinary, thorough and personalized program curriculum lets you explore real applications in courses that span many areas of tax policy.
Earn a Specialized Tax Certificate
Gain strategic skills to advance your profession with an Estate Planning, Employee Benefits, SALT or International Tax certificate. Develop useful skills and join the ranks of ethical, critical-thinking leaders in tax law. Take your practice to the next level with specialty legal services to guide your clients and organizations to their financial goals.
Flexible Learning to Earn Your Degree
Experience immersive learning with live class sessions whether you are attending online or on campus. Build your skills by engaging with faculty and classmates from diverse backgrounds. With the use of live classes and interactive peer discussions, you will gain experience in research and legal reasoning, practice and procedure, changing tax codes, corporation and partnership tax and more.
JOIN OUR TAX COMMUNITY
The Villanova Graduate Tax Program is dedicated to engaging on-campus and online learners focusing on community interaction and practical learning. Click here to watch our video to learn more.