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Taxation, LLM

Take your tax law career to the next level

The LLM Program enrolls those with a legal background, from recent JDs to experienced attorneys, who want to build their knowledge of tax law. Legal professionals study tax law alongside accounting and finance professionals as part of USF’s interdisciplinary approach.

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Mark Vorsatz

Global Chairman and CEO, Andersen

Advance your career in tax law

The USF Law Graduate Tax program is a vital component to developing our employees, who get the opportunity to master their understanding of the field under the guidance of esteemed faculty.”
 

Mark Vorsatz

Global Chairman and CEO, Andersen

Why Choose USF for Tax Law?

  • Seven-week condensed semester courses that are built around the U.S. tax busy seasons in April and October. 
  • Online, asynchronous learning for ultimate flexibility, with optional, weekly meetings with your professors and classmates.
  • Automatic consideration for merit scholarships, no additional documentation required.
  • Dedicated academic advisor to guide you through course selection and professional development opportunities.
  • Ability to transfer up to 12 credits from tax law courses.
  • Flexible enrollment options to begin your studies in the Spring, Summer, or Fall semester and take as many or as few classes as you wish each semester.
  • Per unit tuition rates that enable you to pay as you go without minimum yearly or semester commitments. 
  • Distinguished, expert faculty who provide individualized support and feedback.

A Tax Law Program Built Around Your Schedule

With flexible options around enrollment, classes scheduled around the U.S. tax busy season, and individualized attention and support, the LLM program will equip you with the skills and specialized knowledge to launch a tax law career or move your existing practice forward. 

The program is headquartered at USF’s Downtown Campus, in the heart of San Francisco’s financial district. Merit scholarships are available to applicants and up to 12 JD transfer credits from an ABA-accredited law school may be accepted.

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Marc Santamaria

Marc Santamaria LLM ‘15

Attorney, Santamaria Law Firm, PC

Build your tax law network

Thanks to the connections I made in the LLM program, I’ve been able to grow my firm’s business network, sign new clients, and enrich my tax knowledge to better serve my clients who need help with business visas and pre-immigration tax planning."

Marc Santamaria LLM ‘15

Attorney, Santamaria Law Firm, PC

Learn from Tax Law Experts

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Our faculty are giants in the field of taxation, including Professor Daniel Lathrope, author of several books including Fundamentals of Federal Income Taxation, Fundamentals of Corporate Taxation, and Fundamentals of Partnership Taxation.

Meet Our Faculty

Taxation, LLM

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