About Master Of Science In Taxation in California State University Fullerton

Prepare to enter into or advance your career in law firm tax departments as well as CPA corporations and government tax agencies through the Master of Science (MS) in Taxation program. Offered at the Fullerton campus, this program is designed for all students regardless of your undergraduate education.

Key Features:

• Acquire advanced tax knowledge including the ethical responsibilities of the profession.
• Gain advanced research skills.
• Enhance your written and oral communication skills.
• Learn how to work effectively as part of a team.

Curriculum

As an MS in Taxation student, you will be required to complete 30 units of coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.0 Additional prerequisite coursework may be required. Please visit the University Catalog for course descriptions and prerequisites.

Prerequisites and Admission Requirements

The taxation department requires:

• GMAT or GRE not required, but strongly recommended for applicants with GPAs of less than 3.3 on a 4.0 scale or with relevant work experience.
• Professional résumé
• Statement of purpose
• Leadership and creativity statement
• Official transcripts
• International students must also take one of the following three tests:
  • TOEFL: minimum 570 (paper), 88 (IBIT)
  • IELTS: minimum 7
  • PTE: minimum 65

Academic qualification equivalents 

• You are eligible to apply as a graduate student if you have earned a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree.

  You must meet the following requirements:

• The minimum English language proficiency as determined by your graduate program. See requirements below.
• Above average class standing at an internationally accredited college or university: the equivalent of at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale is recommended.
• Note: Some master's programs have additional requirements, such as department applications, letters of recommendation, portfolios, auditions, or tests (e.g., GMAT, GRE, MAT). Graduate applicants should check with their graduate departments for additional requirements and deadlines. 
• Graduate students may request to apply a limited amount of transfer coursework towards unit requirements for a master's degree. Transfer coursework is subject to provisions provided by the graduate studies office .

English language requirements

• TOEFL  iBT (including paper, home) : 80
• IELTS Academic Test: 6.5
• PTE Academic Test: 58

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