January, 2026
From April, 2025 to October, 2025
The
WashU Law LL.M. in Taxation program offers comprehensive and specialized
training for both U.S. and internationally trained lawyers and law school
graduates seeking to master the intricate field of tax law. Designed to provide
detailed insight into the procedural, technical, and practical aspects of
taxation, the curriculum equips graduates with the tools needed to solve
complex tax problems and adapt to ever-changing legislation. Students learn
from a nationally recognized faculty of passionate scholars and seasoned tax
professionals, gaining expertise applicable across public, private, and
non-profit sectors, including corporate tax, estate planning, and international
tax. Students in the program will gain a
comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local tax law and will
graduate prepared to assist individuals and organizations in all major areas of
tax, such as estate planning, employee benefits, and corporate taxation.
Career
Path
Graduate
careers includes Tax Attorney, Tax Law Consultant, Estate Planning Lawyer, Tax
Policy Analyst, Tax Controversy Specialist, Revenue Authority Legal Officer, Legislative
Counsel (Tax Focus), International Tax Advisor, Trade & Customs Tax
Specialist, Corporate Tax Counsel, In-House Tax Counsel, Tax Compliance Manager,
Financial Services Legal Advisor, Law Lecturer (Taxation), Research Fellow in
Tax Policy, Digital Economy Tax Advisor, Environmental Tax Consultant, Legal
Author or Analyst, Legal Tech Specialist (Tax Tools).
1. Bachelor Certificate
2. Bachelor Transcript
3. English proficiency Letter from University
4. Statement of Purpose
5. Passport
6. Recommendation Letter
7. CV
8. WASSCE/A level Certificate
Washington University School of Law will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
From April, 2025 to October, 2025
From October, 2025 to May, 2026