MST by the Numbers
#1
Master of Taxation Program in the US (Accounting.com)
94%
of 2025 Students Received Job Offers Before Graduation
$81K
Average Starting Salary
Program Highlights
The Master of Science in Taxation program will support your tax career by training you in all areas of tax code, including corporate tax law, state and local issues, and the latest innovations shaping the industry.
- Full-time, immersive experience
- Meet directly with recruiters from top firms
- Extensive and supportive alumni network
Across every program, Foster integrates AI into coursework, projects, and research. Learn more about AI at Foster.
Key Dates & Admissions
We are now accepting applications for the 2025-26 Master of Science in Taxation program.
International Applicants
January 15, 2025
Domestic Applicants
February 15, 2025
Everything You Need to Know in 3 Minutes
Discover our innovative curriculum designed to equip you with the expertise needed to excel in the dynamic field of taxation. Additionally, learn more about our program format, admission requirements, and resources offered through the University of Washington.
World-Class Faculty
Professor Finkelstein is the program Faculty Director. Prior to joining the University of Washington, Finkelstein was a Tax Partner at PwC in Seattle.
Faculty Research
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Think Big Before You Think Small: Two Foster Scholars on Why Ideas Matter
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Betting on Knowledge: When More Information Doesn’t Mean Better Decisions
You walk into a casino. Next to the roulette wheel, a digital display shows the last 20 numbers that have come up. Red, black, 17, 22, 35—the history is all... Read more
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