Master of Business Taxation for Working Professionals

Tuition and Fees

Please note that tuition is computed on a per unit basis, with most classes fulfilling 3 units.
MBT-WP students typically take 1-2 courses per semester.

Please note MBT-WP students will be assessed a program fee when registering for each of the four core tax classes. For a detailed breakdown of tuition and other fees visit USC Schedule of Classesand click on "Tuition and Fees." MBT-WP tuition is based on the "Graduate Students" --> "Unit basis" figure. This page also details tuition, mandatory fees, student health insurance, parking, late registration and settlement fees, billing information and methods of payment.

Registration fees for summer are payable at the time of registration. In the fall and spring, registration fees are due the Friday before the first day of classes. Please note that tuition and fees are subject to change and are typically increasing each semester.

Financing Your Education

Many students find it necessary to look for alternatives in financing their graduate education. USC offers financial assistance to help with the costs of your graduate degree. For information regarding University administered financial aid and federally based funding, please visit the USC Financial Aid Office at:
http://www.usc.edu/admission/fa/

The 10-courses required to earn this degree include 4 required courses and 6 electives of your choosing. Required Courses must be completed as the foundation for future learning in more advanced topics.

You may choose from many elective offerings from advanced courses in corporate tax or partnerships, to specialized areas such as state and local tax, international tax, taxation of property transactions, accounting and auditing of income tax, federal tax procedure, estate and gift tax, and family wealth preservation. You may even have the opportunity to take a non-tax elective if it fits with your career pursuits.