Online Master of Science in Taxation
Whether your future career leads you to work with individuals, small businesses, or large corporations, the online Taxation Master’s Degree program at the University of Cincinnati prepares you for a career as a professional tax adviser, equipping you with a comprehensive and specialized understanding of the complexities of tax law that are applicable to any size firm.
Is a Masters in Taxation Right for Me?
Are you a business professional looking for a way to advance in your current corporation or to become highly sought after in a new role within a new company? Then securing a future with a top-ranked, online Master of Taxation program is for you! With both practical and interactive coursework, you can be assured that you are gaining the knowledge and skills to stand out in your career.
MS Tax Program Highlights
High Quality Education
- Instruction from award-winning faculty that includes cutting-edge tax experts, CPAs, lawyers, academics, and professionals with Fortune 500 and international accounting experience.
- The skills and experience necessary to complete well-written professional research papers on a variety of tax topics in a deadline-oriented environment that mimics the experience you will encounter in a real-world tax research setting.
- The opportunity to develop research skills in a challenging series of courses such as the Capstone Course, which is intended to showcase your mastery of tax research and technical knowledge learned throughout the program.
- A variety of elective course offerings such as partnership taxation, accounting for income taxes and estate, and gift taxation.
- In addition, this taxation master’s degree can count toward credits to sit for the CPA exam and CEUs for those looking to expand their tax expertise while retaining their credential.
Flexibility
- 100% online
- No GMAT requirement
- Courses offered in spring, summer and fall semesters
Support from Application to Graduation
At UC, you’ll have a full support team behind you:
Enrollment Services Advisor: Your go-to resource during the application process
Student Success Coordinator: Helping you prepare for classes and stay on track
Access to Resources:
Applicants must satisfy the following requirements for admission to the Master of Science in Taxation online program. Admission is selective and based on a combination of factors including academic and professional achievement, strong communication skills and a proven record of effective leadership.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Application for Admission: Choose “Business Administration (Tax) – Online, Master of Science” on the application.
Unofficial school transcripts are required (including University of Cincinnati transcripts).
* Once accepted, please send official transcripts to grad.admissions@uc.edu or mail to the following address:
University of Cincinnati – Graduate School
110 Van Wormer Hall
P.O. Box 210627
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0627
For more information, visit business.uc.edu/academics/admissions or contact an Enrollment Services Advisor.
One letter of recommendation (academic or professional). The name and email address of the recommender are required.
At the University of Cincinnati Lindner College of Business, we value thought-driven leaders. With this in mind, please upload a personal statement expressing the following:
- How will the MS Tax program prepare you to meet your career goals?
- How does your background prepare you to be successful in the program?
- What short or long-term career goals do you have?
Optional: Is there something in your resume or application that needs a brief explanation? Areas in this field may include academic outliers, career breaks, completion of additional coursework, etc.
Formatting: We recommend the personal statement be between 250 and 500 words, double-spaced.
Provide your CV or resume in PDF format. Please be sure that it provides relevant work history and reflects any contributions beyond normal job expectations. Include military service, community service, membership in professional associations, and any certifications that you currently hold. Please also include any scholarship, such as publications or presentations.
- $65 ($70 international) non-refundable University of Cincinnati Graduate School application fee.* * Currently waived through the 2025-2026 school year!
- $85 NursingCAS application fee, paid directly to NursingCAS.
- Non-refundable matriculation fee required upon acceptance (applied toward your tuition in your first semester).
International Bachelor’s Degrees
Admissions Review:
- You must demonstrate your proficiency in English (if not your native language). This includes submitting an IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo test score. Please reference the Graduate College website for information on the minimum score needed to be eligible for the program.
- Transcripts must be translated into English.
- If you have a three-year international degree, use the free WES degree equivalency tool to verify its U.S. equivalency.
If Admitted:
- Obtain an official NACES course-by-course evaluation (this must be completed by the end of your first semester).
| Term | Application Deadline | Classes Start |
|---|---|---|
Summer 2026 Fall 2026 |
April 1, 2026 July 1, 2026 |
May 11, 2026 August 24, 2026 |
The University of Cincinnati's online course fees differ depending on the program. On average, students will accrue fewer fees than students attending on-campus classes.
The one fee applied across all UC Online programs is the distance learning fee. Students living outside the state of Ohio must also pay an additional “non-resident” fee to enroll in courses at UC Online. This fee is lower than the out-of-state fee for traditional on-campus programs.
To view tuition information and program costs, visit the Online Program Fees page.
- The University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business has been proudly AACSB Accredited since 1919.
- UC’s online MS Taxation program was ranked #21 by U.S. News & World Report for Online Graduate Business programs in 2021.
The University of Cincinnati online is the perfect choice for working individuals that want to further their education on their own schedule.
David R. MS Taxation
I am in my 2nd Semester at the University of Cincinnati Online and thus far pleased with the learning experience with my instructors and classmates. The advisors and instructors are very supportive in ensuring I succeed in my program. I do look forward to visiting Cincinnati when I complete my MS Taxation program. Thanks for making this online learning experience possible for us busy professionals!
Rose W. MS Taxation
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