Academic Catalog

Master of Education (MEd)

The Master of Education (MEd) program emphasizes coursework in instruction, assessment, and management in a variety of educational and public service settings. This program is of particular interest to individuals with public or private school teaching experience who desire to improve their classroom instructional skills, increase their knowledge of educational administration, and advance on their district’s compensation schedules. The MEd program is not designed to lead to Professional Licensure or certification and applicants must already be employed at the elementary, secondary, or higher education level in their state. Consequently, a determination has not been made whether the MEd program will meet professional licensure for any state. Applicants interested in licensure or credential certification are encouraged to contact the relevant licensing body for their state before enrolling: https://nc-sara.org/professional-licensure-directory. 

The MEd program represents 30 credit hours and may be completed in as little as 12 months, with most students completing the program in less than two years. A concentration in Montessori Education is available. Up to 15 credit hours maybe transferred into the program, based upon review and approval of the Dean. No thesis or capstone project is required. 

Admission to this program requires the applicant to hold a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants should be employed in public or private education at the elementary, secondary, or in post-secondary education.

Education Specialist (EdS)

The Education Specialist (EdS) programs, emphasize coursework in leadership and management in a variety of educational and public service settings. The programs are of particular interest to individuals with public or private school teaching experience who seek administrative positions or middle level managers who are interested in moving into higher levels of administration. The Education Specialist programs differ from the EdD programs in that they require fewer courses and no Dissertation or Applied Doctoral Project (ADP) in order to meet graduation requirements.

EdS students can select from three concentrations: Leadership & Education Administration, Educational Technology, or Charter School Administration. The program represents 30 credit hours and may be completed in as little as 27 months. Up to 9 credit hours maybe transferred into the program, based upon review and approval of the Dean.

Doctor of Education (EdD)

The Doctor of Education (EdD) programs emphasize coursework in leadership and management in a variety of educational and public service settings. The programs are of particular interest to individuals with public or private school teaching experience who seek administrative positions or who have interest in University teaching roles.

EdD students can select from three concentrations: Leadership and Education Administration, Educational Technology, or Charter School Administration. The program represents 60 semester hours, including the preparation and successful defense of a dissertation or Applied Doctoral Project (ADP). The degree program may be completed in 27 months. Most students require three years to complete the program. A maximum of 9 hours may be transferred into the program.

Admissions to the EdD program requires the applicant to hold a Master’s degree. Applicants should be employed in public or private education. 

Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM)

The Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) program is specifically designed for practicing attorneys and other law school graduates. Completion of this program is not intended to, and will not, qualify graduates to sit for any bar examination.

Using many of the same reference materials found in the offices of tax professionals, the program provides the conceptual understanding and technical competence advantageous for advancement in the tax consulting profession, corporate finance departments, and government tax agencies. Using many of the same reference materials found in the offices of tax professionals, the program provides the conceptual understanding and technical competence advantageous for advancement in the tax consulting profession, corporate finance departments, and government tax agencies.

The Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) program is offered only in the Independent Study modality. The University extends interest-free monthly payment plans for students to pay tuition. The Master of Laws in Taxation degree program represents 24 credit hours and an earned Juris Doctor degree is required for admissions.  No transfer credit is accepted. 

Master of Public Administration (MPA)

A recognized leader in the field of education, William Howard Taft University now offers a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree. This is an intensive, 18- to 24-month professional graduate degree program that provides students with the skills, knowledge, and network they will need to be successful professionals and engaged citizens serving the public good across local, national, and international government, nonprofit, and private sectors.

Our MPA program is designed to meet the growing need to advance public policy, enhance public management, and bridge the private and public sectors.  Its curricular focus is grounded in a comprehensive view of public service education that equips students with the skills needed to implement effective policy; manage organizations with diverse stakeholders; and apply rigorous, evidence-based analysis to inform decision-making. The program is designed to equip graduates to make an impact by serving the public good, finding jobs in national, state, local, and international government, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit companies throughout the US and around the world.

Students enrolled in this program must successfully complete 30 credit hours and a final capstone project to graduate.  A student may transfer 15 credit hours into the program. Admission to the program is dependent upon completion of an undergraduate degree.

Master of Science in Taxation (MST)

Th Master of Science in Taxation (MST) program is specifically designed for certified public accountants, enrolled agents, and other tax professionals. Using many of the same reference materials found in the offices of tax professionals, the program is designed to provide the graduate with the conceptual understanding and technical competence advantageous for advancement in the tax consulting profession, corporate finance departments, and government tax agencies. The program provides not only a broad understanding of taxation, but also an appreciation for the complexities of decision-making and practice in explaining the tax implications of various courses of action.

The Master of Science in Taxation (MST) program is offered only in the Independent Study modality. The University extends interest-free monthly payment plans for students to pay tuition.  Students enrolled in this program must successfully complete 30 credits to graduate.  The program may be completed in as little as one year. MST students may apply to transfer up to a total of 15 credits hours of transfer credit; however, the courses considered for transfer must be equivalent in both content and degree level and must have been earned within the last three years. 

In addition to a Bachelor’s degree, applicants are expected to have a minimum of three years of occupational experience in accounting or taxation prior to admission to the program.