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Graduate Certificate in Taxation at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky, United States

Programme overview

The Graduate Certificate in Taxation at the University of Kentucky provides in-depth knowledge of federal, state, and international tax systems, preparing professionals to navigate complex tax regulations with confidence. Designed for accountants, attorneys, and financial professionals, this program offers practical, career-focused training in tax planning, compliance, and strategy.

Faculty: Gatton College of Business and Economics  |  Duration: 9 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time; online option available  |  Intake: Fall, Spring  |  Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

Students will acquire an in depth understanding of tax law dealing with complex issues, tax strategy and tax research which is not covered at the undergraduate level. After completing the certificate, candidates will be prepared for careers with the IRS, public accounting, and corporate accounting at advanced levels.

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Entry requirements

Programme-specific requirements: Applicants would need to complete ACC 201 and ACC 407 and earn at least a B grade in each course as prerequisites to enter the program. Both course are already approved for distance learning and are already being taught online. Transcripts - Unofficial is accepted for applying, but official transcripts are required upon admission Three references (email address only of recommenders) This is not required if undergraduate degree was completed at the University of Kentucky. Personal Statement - In 800 to 900 words, discuss the reasons you wish to pursue a taxation certificate at the University of Kentucky's Von Allmen School of Accountancy. Please address the following in your essay: Academic preparation and accomplishments for graduate study Leadership qualities and motivation Your short-term and long-term goals and how a certificate will help achieve these goals. Any additional information you feel is relevant Test Scores (optional) GRE and GMAT scores are not required for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Taxation program. However, if you choose to submit them to support your application, the Institution Code for the UK Graduate School is 1837 for both GMAT and GRE. International Students: International applicants whose native language is not English must submit proof of English proficiency. See Graduate School admissions for specifics. Graduate School requirements apply (not programme-specific): see the Graduate School admission requirements.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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