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ABA-Accredited Online Master of Laws in Taxation Program

J.D. Required

What Can You Do With a Tax LL.M. Degree?

In as little as 1 year, Washington University’s online Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation program can prepare you to apply your new, specialized tax expertise across public, private and nonprofit sectors for careers in law, accounting and business, government, and more.


Law

Pursue a career as a tax attorney or M&A attorney at a law firm as well as clerkship opportunities at either the U.S. Tax Court or a state tax court.


Accounting and Business

Explore positions at accounting firms or corporations, including as an in-house tax attorney, a financial product advisor, a legal advisor or a tax consultant.


Government

Discover opportunities in the tax department at government agencies such as the Department of Justice or the Internal Revenue Service.

A Curriculum Designed by Tax Law Experts

Our top 20-ranked School of Law¹ provides students with a comprehensive overview of tax law, including the procedural and technical aspects, through its online LL.M. in Taxation program.

  • Three Required Courses: Complete three required courses: Federal Income Taxation, Corporate Taxation and Partnership Taxation.

  • 15 Credits of Electives: Choose from a variety of electives based on your interests and career goals.

  • Optional In-Person Learning: Supplement your online classes with an optional externship or supervised research.

Take the Next Step

Are you ready to gain tax expertise and set yourself apart from the competition? Request information today to learn more about the online LL.M. in Taxation program. Scholarships are available.

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¹ 2022 Best Law Schools. (2021). U.S. News & World Report. Retrieved August 4, 2021, from https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-law-schools/law-rankings