Master of Science in Taxation (M.S.T)

M.S.T. Overview

The Seidman Master of Science in Taxation (M.S.T.) was created in response to needs expressed by accountants, attorneys, industrial personnel, government auditors, and other skilled tax professionals in Grand Rapids and West Michigan for an intensive professional-practice oriented study of research procedures, legal analysis, and substantive tax law. Tax practitioners who wish to enhance their skills in those areas choose the M.S.T. program from Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

About the Seidman M.S.T.

In a business environment continually affected by increasingly complex tax laws, a Seidman M.S.T. offers unique strategic advantages that make a real difference in our students' careers.

• Connections. Faculty members consult directly with more than 400 local and national companies, connecting Seidman M.S.T. students to the Grand Rapids and West Michigan business communities .
• Expertise M.S.T. faculty members are experts who combine strong academic backgrounds with practical experience, providing students with the real essence of tax practice.
• Experience The program is designed to provide students with the equivalent of three to five years of tax experience in a sophisticated tax environment.
• Relevance The program is evaluated regularly to assure that it keeps up with the dynamic changes in the tax profession.
• Personal Relatively small classes ensure a high level of interaction among students and faculty in a stimulating classroom environment.
• Flexibility. The program can be completed as a full-time student in as few as 18 months or within 2 ½ years part-time. Classes are offered in the evening for the convenience of working professionals.
• Accessibility. The Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus brings students to the heart of the business center of downtown Grand Rapids.
• Accreditation. Seidman is one of fewer than 200 institutions world-wide to earn both business and accounting accreditation by AACBB International
• Service. Students rate our full-time, on-site graduate office as one of the best service features of our program.

The Seidman M.S.T. program is 33 credits, and is designed to intensify and integrate the breadth and depth of taxation knowledge. The focus is applied, specific, and practical.

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Admissions

Seidman M.S.T. program requirements and application for admission are available online. The $30 application fee is waived for undergraduate alumni of Grand Valley.

Cost

Grand Valley offers an excellent education at a reasonable cost and offers a number of ways to finance your M.S.T. degree.