Taxation, MS

• A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
• A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
• Two letters of recommendation are optional, but strongly recommended. If you choose to submit letters of recommendation in support of your application, letters should be from academic or professional references who can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Please note that the Graduate Admission Committee reserves the right to require letters of recommendation on a case by case basis.om academic or professional references that can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Include recognitions and achievements (e.g. licenses, publications, and awards).
• All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to Pace University, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.
• If you have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for all of your undergraduate work, and you hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, you will be considered for admission to any MBA or MS program without submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
• If you are an MBA applicant who already holds a business-related master's or doctoral degree, you may request a waiver of the GMAT or GRE.
• If you are applying for the MS in Taxation and are currently a CPA, CMA, or have been admitted to the bar, you may request a waiver of the GMAT or GRE.

Per credit: $1,510 | Total cost of program: $58,890
*Tuition based on current year and subject to change.

Fall Term

• Domestic Students: August 1

• International Students: June 1  

Spring Term

• Domestic Students: December 1

• International Students: October 1 

Summer Term

• Domestic Students: May 1

• International Students: March 1

Make an appointment to meet with you admission counselor.

Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:

• Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $7,380, automatically considered during the application process.
• Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
• Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
• Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
• Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
• Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
• Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace’s Veteran Tuition Scholarship.

For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit Pace University Financial Aid.

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