Executive Master of Science in Taxation FAQs

Q. Where should I send my application materials?  
A. Please send your application materials to:
Chapman School of Business Admissions Office
Florida International University
University Park, CBC 201
1050 SW 112 Avenue
Miami, FL 33199                                                                                                             Attn: Accounting Program
Q. Do all application materials have to be submitted by the deadline?
A. Yes, all materials have to be turned in by the deadline.  Only those applicants who have submitted complete packets will be considered for acceptance.

Q. Where can I obtain an application form for the Executive Master of Science in Taxation?
A. The application form is available under Application Process. 

Q. Do I include my certified transcripts with the application?
A. Florida International University requires that official transcripts be sent in directly by the college(s) or university(ies) you attend(ed).  You cannot send in copies of these transcripts yourself.
 
If you are an alumnus(ae) of the university, there is no need to have transcripts sent.  If you attended a university outside the U.S. and the transcripts are not in English, they must be translated by a certified translator.  The translation and an official copy of the transcripts must be submitted.
Q. When do I pay for courses?
A. You pay for courses each semester, according to the number of courses you take during any given term. (See Tuition)

Q. What kind of undergraduate degree must I have to qualify for this program?
A. We require that you have an undergraduate degree in accounting or equivalent from an accredited university.  Prospective students without undergraduate accounting degrees also are required to complete a number of pre-requisite courses.  Please contact gradadv@fiu.edu or call 305-348-3501 for answers to any questions about these requirements.

Q. What are the required scores for the GMAT/GRE?
A. GMAT: minimum score of 500
    GRE:   minimum score of 1000 (combination of verbal and quantitative)

Q. For how many years are my test scores valid?                                             
A. GMAT scores - 5 years
    GRE scores    - 5 years
    TOEFL scores - 2 years
    Institutional TOEFL scores (FIU) - 1 year
Q. Are there any special requirements for international students?
A. International students need to take the TOEFL test.  They will need to score at least 550 on the paper-based TOEFL or 213 on the computer-based test.  Please visit http://www.toefl.org/ for more information.

Q. Can I start the program in any semester?
A. You may start in fall or spring terms. See Executive Master of Science in Taxation Calendar.

Q. Where, when, and at what time are classes held?
A. Classes are held at the University Park campus in Southwest Miami, Florida, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.

Q. Are the courses held in a certain sequence?
A. The curriculum on this site provides one desired sequence.  This sequence may be changed at the discretion of the Executive Master of Science in Taxation program’s administrators.  However, certain prerequisites will be built into any sequence.  For example, Tax Research must be taken in your first semester.  Course content depends on changing demands in the job market and always is subject to change.

Q. How many students are there in the classes?
A. On average, we may have 30 students in each class. 

Q. Is a thesis required in the program?
A. No, there is no required thesis.

Q. Can I pursue two graduate degrees at the same time?
A. No. Unfortunately, you cannot pursue two degrees at the same time. Please contact Florida International University’s Graduate Admissions Office at 305-348-7442 for further information.

Q. Can I apply for financial aid?
A. Yes, you can apply for financial aid. You can apply online at Scholarships and Financial Aid page on this site for other options.
For specific information about financial aid or to find out the status of your application, please contact Melissa Hew, Chapman Graduate School of Business Financial Aid Coordinator, at Melissa.hew@business.fiu.edu.  

Also, visit Florida International University’s Financial Aid Office. It is advisable that you begin the process as soon as possible.