Foster School of Business – University of Washington - Master of Science in Taxation

University of Washington Foster Master of Science in Taxation Program Structure

The Foster Master of Science in Taxation is a specialized 9-month, 3-quarter, program running from late September through mid-June. The University of Washington MST students will complete all 14 courses as a cohort throughout Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters. The students earn a total of 55 credits throughout the program.

Curriculum

Foster’s Master of Science in Taxation program offers broad training suitable for a career in public accounting. Students develop strategic thinking skills and learn to use tax law to optimize tax planning and compliance in a variety of areas. The curriculum balances communication, leadership, ethics, and analytical skills with tax fundamentals, policy issues, state and local tax issues, international issues, income tax and corporate taxation.

Every year, from Winter to the beginning of Spring quarter, students participate in a practicum to gain knowledge and experience in the tax field. The MST students, with the help of the United Way, host the UW chapter of VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) offering free tax preparation, for the UW community and beyond.

Class Profile for the University of Washington Foster Master of Science in Taxation

Foster’s Master of Science in Taxation program has 25 current students.  The program is split 60% female and 40% male and 16% of the class come from outside of the US.  The average Undergraduate GPA is 3.565.

Tuition, Scholarships, and Financial Aid for the University of Washington Foster Master of Science in Taxation

The cost of tuition plus fees for Washington resident grad students in the MST program in 2024/25 is $27,267 and $29,997 for non-residents.

Students in need of financial assistance may receive aid from the University of Washington, the MST’s designated scholarship finds, or both. Aid is available in the form of non-state sponsored aid such as loans, fellowships and scholarships. Very limited funding is available for international students. Financial aid candidates must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, which can be obtained through the FAFSA website. To be considered eligible for financial aid, prospective students must file the online FAFSA form before January 15 for the coming fall and must be permanent residents, U.S. citizens, or hold a qualified status listed on the FAFSA website. Students who have just graduated with a bachelor’s degree may now file independently of their parents.

International students who receive admission to the program must submit proof of approximately $52,000 in financial resources for the year in order to receive visa paperwork.

The MST office will send out MST scholarship applications once admissions decisions have been made. Financial aid will be primarily based on the need for assistance from the information on the FAFSA application. The Foster School notifies entering students of financial awards in late May; the University of Washington sends notice of awards during the summer. Applicants who have not submitted all necessary financial aid documents or who file their applications after the January 15 deadline may not receive notification of an award before the MST program’s enrollment service fee is due on June 1.

Career Statistics

100% job placement for MST students who actively participate in the recruiting process.

Admissions

Application Deadlines

Applications must be submitted through the University of Washington online application by the following dates.

Domestic (U.S. citizens, permanent residents) – February 15

International applicants – January 15