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Master of Science in Taxation

Become an Expert in the Tax Industry

Gonzaga’s Master of Science in Taxation (MS.Tax) program prepares you to make an impact as a technical expert in the tax industry.

Our 2-semester master’s degree prepares you for the CPA exam, giving you deep exposure to the application of tax rules and regulations, while developing the ‘soft-skills” essential for your success in today’s client-services profession.

Our graduates are among the most technical in the field and are working at some of the biggest firms in the world.

Why Choose Gonzaga for your M.S. in Taxation

CPA Exam Success*

  • #1 in the Northwest
  • The first-time CPA pass rate for our graduates is 64.8%

Nationally Ranked

  • Consistently ranked one of the best graduate accounting programs in the country
  • Ranked #27 by U.S. News & World Report

Gonzaga Network

  • Excellent On-Campus Recruitment Program

*Based on most recent data.

Where our Graduates Work

This is just a sample of the top companies employing Gonzaga MS.Tax graduates.

  • Deloitte
  • EY
  • Starbucks
  • CLA
  • Baker Tilly
  • CBIZ
  • KPMG
  • Amazon
  • RSM
  • BDO
  • Grant Thornton
  • Moss Adams
  • PwC
  • Microsoft
  • Nike
  • Eide Bailly
  • RSM
  • Costco

Scholarships

Graduate school is an investment in your future, and we are here to help. All applicants to the MSTax program are automatically evaluated for merit-based scholarships during the admissions review process. No separate application is required, and you will be notified of your award at the same time as your admission decision.
Scholarships up to $8,100 per year are available. 
Graduate Scholarships
  • Automatic Review: All incoming students are automatically considered for scholarship awards based on their academic profile.
  • No Extra Paperwork: No separate scholarship application is required.
  • Instant Notifications: Scholarship awards are determined and presented right alongside your admission decision.

The Gonzaga MSTAX Difference

  • AACSB Accreditation – the most rigorous accreditation body in business education
  • Expert engaged faculty
  • Relevance – our MSTAX Alumni Advisory Board reviews curriculum and builds relationships with students
  • Competitive tuition
  • Small class sizes
  • A Jesuit MSTAX is distinctive - we develop ethical, socially responsible and strategic business leaders

Questions?

Contact:
Trevor Heilman
Admissions Specialist
Call or Text: (509) 313-6227
Email: heilman@gonzaga.edu

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Alumni Spotlight

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Warren Wandell

US Business Tax Analyst

How Gonzaga connections led one alum to a career across the pond.

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Sasha Ducey

Tax Consultant

Gonzaga's network plays a huge role in landing job with Deloitte.

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Sam McEwan

MS.Tax, Alumnus

As the MS.Tax Student of the Year, Sam was recognized for overall academic excellence as a graduate student. Sam passed all four sections of the CPA within four months while attending school full-time and working two jobs.