Master of Taxation (LL.M.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
Study Taxation (LL.M.) at Illinois Institute of Technology, a Master degree offered at its main campus in Chicago, United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 2 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 22, 2026.
About Master of Taxation (LL.M.)
The LL.M. in Taxation is designed to meet the needs of students seeking the best theoretical and practical graduate tax education. Each course is structured to immerse students in the theory, analysis, and planning that real-world tax practice demands.
Our faculty consists of partners in major Chicago law firms, attorneys in the tax groups of national accounting firms, and full-time Chicago-Kent faculty. Some of the most distinguished tax attorneys in Chicago serve on our advisory board.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Taxation (LL.M.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
Entry Requirements
Candidates for admission to the LL.M. program in taxation must hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school. In special circumstances, international students may be considered for admission if they hold a J.D., LL.B., or other non-U.S. first law degree. However, international applicants should be aware that the program focuses primarily on U.S. tax law.
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English Requirements
- PTEMin 48
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 71
English Program Requirements
International students who fit into any of the following categories will be considered to have met the requirement:
- Residents of a country where English is the only official language and who is a native English speaker
- Graduates of U.S. high schools
- Completed the equivalent of Iowa State’s English 150 or 250 with a grade of B or better at an accredited U.S. 2 year or 4 year college or university.
CONDITIONAL ADMISSION
If you meet all admission requirements but do not meet our English proficiency requirements, Iowa State offers conditional admission to attend our Intensive English and Orientation Program (IEOP). If you would like to enroll in IEOP, on the application choose "I would like to enroll in Iowa State’s IEOP program before I begin the academic study.”
Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Taxation (LL.M.)
Tax attorneys help clients navigate the complex and constantly changing world of federal, state, and local tax laws. Practice areas include corporate taxation, international taxation, partnership taxation, employee benefits and retirement plans, nonprofits and tax-exempt organizations, trusts, and personal estate and tax planning.
Many corporations have in-house tax specialists who must be familiar with the tax law and reporting norms of numerous countries and all the states. On the other hand, many small-firm practitioners concentrate on providing business tax planning to a relatively small group of clients, often small business owners.
Fee Information
United States of America, Chicago