Program Overview
Discover the advantages of our online master’s in tax accounting
When you earn your Master of Science in Tax Accounting online, you will develop an advanced understanding of federal, state and local tax accounting as it relates to the multi-faceted needs of individual, partnership, corporation and shareholder taxation. Our 100% online coursework allows you to continue working full time while strengthening your tax accounting problem-solving skills through immersive case studies derived from real-world business scenarios.
In this AACSB-accredited program, experienced faculty will teach you about gratuitous transfers under the federal estate and gift tax code, ethical tax practice as defined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), business divisions, reorganizations and dissolutions, and more. Plus, graduates of this program will have completed the educational hours required to sit for the CPA exam.
In this M.S. in Tax Accounting online program, you will learn to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in accounting theory and managerial accounting
- Analyze a problematic situation and resolve it through a demonstrated proficiency in conducting accounting research
- Utilize computers and information technology effectively
- Communicate as professionals in business settings and develop well-organized, written solutions to accounting research problems
- Demonstrate proficiency in accounting theory and managerial accounting
- Analyze a problematic situation and resolve it through a demonstrated proficiency in conducting accounting research
- Utilize computers and information technology effectively
- Communicate as professionals in business settings and develop well-organized, written solutions to accounting research problems
As a graduate of this online M.S. in Tax Accounting, you will be prepared for roles such as:
- Tax Accountant
- Government Accountant
- Auditor
- Fraud Examiner
- Controller
- Tax Compliance Specialist
- Tax Specialist
- Tax Supervisor/Auditor
- Tax Director
- Tax Accountant
- Government Accountant
- Auditor
- Fraud Examiner
- Controller
- Tax Compliance Specialist
- Tax Specialist
- Tax Supervisor/Auditor
- Tax Director
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The University of New Orleans College of Business Administration offers multiple online degrees. Check out our online business programs.
The University of New Orleans College of Business Administration offers multiple online degrees. Check out our online business programs.
Accreditation
UNO's College of Business Administration is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
Tuition
Benefit from budget-friendly tuition
The UNO online M.S. in Tax Accounting program offers the same affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition for all in-state and out-of-state students. Fees are included in the total tuition.
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
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M.S. in Tax | $487* | $1,460 | $14,600 |
*Tuition listed includes university fees. Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time. Differential fees may be assessed per course by the college. For more information on the differential fees, click here. This program is not eligible for any scholarships, tuition discounts, or waivers.
Tuition Breakdown:
Calendar
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The M.S. in Tax Accounting online program offers multiple start dates each year and accelerated 8-week courses. View the full calendar for upcoming start dates and corresponding deadlines.
Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
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Spring A | 1/13/25 | 1/3/25 | 1/3/25 | 1/12/25 | 1/9/25 | 3/7/25 | 7 weeks |
Spring B | 3/10/25 | 2/28/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/9/25 | 3/6/25 | 5/2/25 | 7 weeks |
Summer 2025 | 6/2/25 | 5/23/25 | 5/23/25 | 6/1/25 | 5/29/25 | 7/25/25 | 7 weeks |
Fall A | 8/18/25 | 8/9/25 | 8/9/25 | 8/17/25 | 8/14/25 | 10/10/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
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Our streamlined admission process makes it easy for you to begin your application today. Read the admission requirements below to ensure you qualify.
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
- GMAT waiver with 3.0 GPA
- Transcripts from all previously attended institutions
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution
- If you have a bachelor’s degree in a subject other than accounting, you must successfully complete all required foundation courses before being admitted to this program
- Minimum 2.75 GPA in all undergraduate coursework
- Professional resume
- GMAT score (waived for those with an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher)
International Applicants must meet all standard admissions requirements as well as the following:
- English Proficiency Requirement (can be unofficial copies). Official transcripts are required before enrollment. Some countries eligible for waiver. Completion of a bachelor's degree in the US will satisfy English proficiency requirement.
- Transcripts: All foreign transcripts (universities outside of the U.S.) must be evaluated by a NACES Evaluation Agency. An official course-by-course evaluation must be included
- Passport: A copy of the student’s passport must be provided.
- Program is not eligible for issuance of I-20's.
Submit official documents to:
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The University of New Orleans
2000 Lakeshore Drive
New Orleans, LA 70148
Courses
Take a closer look at the online master’s in tax accounting courses
In order to earn the M.S. in Tax Accounting online, you must complete 10 courses (30 credit hours). Read the course descriptions below for more information.
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