AFWA Finance and Accounting Scholarships

Through stewardship, The Foundation promotes and advances women in accounting and finance by cultivating relationships, securing contributions, and providing scholarships for education and career development. We believe that to decrease barriers for women in the accounting and financial profession, education and access to career development resources are essential. The Foundation aims to ensure women will have the tools and resources to achieve every career success they desire.

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Finance and Accounting Scholarships

• Undergraduate Scholarships – Download Application – To support the costs of attending 3rd, 4th, or 5th year when pursuing an accounting or finance degree.
• Master’s Scholarships – Download Application – For those attending an accredited College or University enrolled in a master’s program, and is pursuing an accounting or finance degree.

Each year a few outstanding scholars are selected from our Undergraduate and Masters scholarship applicants to receive the prestigious Paula Zanni Award.

• Although membership in AFWA is not required, an endorsement by a member or Chapter of AFWA may increase chances of earning a scholarship. Download Endorsement Form

AFWA Member Scholarships

• Certification – Download Application To support the exam fees of AFWA members for any one of the following certifications: CPA, CFP, CFE, CIA, CMA, or CVA; candidates are those who have recently passed all parts of the exam.
• Undergraduate Scholarships – Download Application To support the costs of attending 3rd, 4th, or 5th year when pursuing an accounting or finance degree.
• Mary Feeney Bonawitz PhD Scholarship – Download Application – To cover the cost of research for a student seeking a PhD degree in accounting.
• Disaster Relief Dues Reimbursement – Download Application To assist dedicated AFWA Members with the expense of National and Chapter Membership Dues who have experienced personal hardship due to a Natural Disaster in their home town (ex. hurricanes, wild fires, tornadoes).
• National Dues Reimbursement for Unemployed Members – Download Application: To assist dedicated AFWA Members with the expense of National Membership Dues who are unemployed at the time of their membership renewal.Applicants must have been a member of AFWA for a minimum of five consecutive years and actively involved with either local or national leadership

Privacy Policy: The Foundation of AFWA respects the privacy of our applicants and is serious about protecting your privacy. Data and personal information collected in the application process is considered confidential and is not shared or sold with outside, third parties. Applications are only reviewed by Foundation board members and Headquarters staff who ascribe to ethics, fraud and conflict of interest policies. Of the applicants selected for scholarship awards, The Foundation of AFWA requires a consent form to share basic recipient information via the website, social media and other publications.

AGA Academic Scholarship 

The scholarship is available to any undergraduate or graduate student who studies in disciplines such as accounting, economics, finance, information systems/technology, or public administration. Applications close annually in June. AGA - Scholarships valued at $3,000.

National Collegiate Leadership Scholarship

Apply for AGA's National Collegiate Leadership Scholarship! AGA will select up to 10 students to attend the 2025 National Leadership 2025 National Leadership Training (NLT), Feb. 19–20, in Washington, D.C. Applications close Dec. 1, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Learn more here.

AICPA Legacy Scholarships (funded by the AICPA Foundation)

The AICPA Foundation Legacy Scholarships rewards over 100 annual recipients, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for their accounting education and needs. These recipients are known as AICPA Legacy Scholars, a well-connected community of students who passionately pursue their accounting ambitions.

All students have the opportunity to earn an AICPA Foundation Legacy Scholarship. Whether you’re a community college student who’s transferring to a four-year accounting program, a graduate student who’s well on their way to becoming a CPA or somewhere in between, you are welcome to apply.

You only need to submit one online application, and you’ll be considered for all the AICPA Foundation Legacy Scholarships you are eligible for.

The deadline for application is March 15, 2025. Learn more here.

AICPA Foundation Hardship Grants and Travel Stipends

With over 300 chapters across the US, Beta Alpha Psi serves numerous communities. In line with our commitment to expanding representation, the AICPA Foundation has granted Beta Alpha Psi funds for candidate membership fees and travel to the Annual Meeting. Learn more about available award prizes.

The ASCPA Educational Foundation
Online applications are available January through March each year. Please send any questions about scholarships and the selection process to Florence Holland.

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General Scholarships ($2,500 each) support accounting students who plan to become Alabama CPAs.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a member of the ASCPA
• Utilize scholarship dollars at Alabama college or university
• Have declared a major in accounting
• Have completed Financial/Intermediate Accounting I and II courses before the 2025 fall semester
• Have at least a 2.75 GPA average in all accounting courses (on a 4.0 scale)
• Have at least a 2.75 GPA average overall (on a 4.0 scale)
• Have at least one full year left in school (fourth or fifth year)
• Be enrolled with 6 hours per semester/12 hours per year minimum
• Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident (green card)
• Have a strong interest in a career in Alabama public accounting
• Plan to pursue CPA licensure, but not presently be a CPA

The Newt D. Becker Scholarship

The Newt D. Becker Scholarship is back! We're giving away CPA Exam Review packages – over $3M of scholarships since we started - to students who demonstrate: 

• High moral character
• Strong leadership qualities
• Commitment to community service

This package includes:

• Access to complete exam review course
• Becker's Exam Day ReadySM toolkit
• Expert instruction and resources from CPA Exam experts
• And a whole lot more! 

Newt D. Becker CPA Exam Review Course Scholarship Program - Apply Here

Becker Campus Ambassador Program includes a CPA Review Scholarship! For more information click here.

The Deloitte Foundation is a US nonprofit helping to prepare today’s students for the jobs of tomorrow.

The Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program (DFASP), now in its fourth year, is collaborating with 25 colleges and universities to help fund scholarships for students interested in pursuing a fifth-year master's degree in accounting, master of tax or master of accounting with a concentration in audit, advisory, or tax. The Deloitte Foundation and participating universities will provide the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars a scholarship that covers 100% of their tuition and academic fees (excluding books and living expenses) for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Learn more and apply here.

Available scholarships from The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Giving tomorrow’s internal auditors the best start today. The Internal Audit Foundation delivers academic programs, grants, and awards that encourage students to pursue internal auditing and supports educators who are teaching internal auditing courses to these future professionals. For more information on all grants and awards, visit the IIA website.

The deadline to apply to all scholarships is April 15, 2025.

Student Scholarships

• Michael J. Barrett Doctoral Dissertation Grant To encourage internal audit studies by doctoral candidates, the Internal Audit Foundation supports an ongoing doctoral dissertation grant program. This program provides funds to selected doctoral candidates whose dissertations are focused on internal auditing.
• Larry B. Sawyer Student Scholarship– is granted to undergraduate or graduate level students currently enrolled in, or has recently completed, internal audit curricula. 

Educator Scholarships

• IAEP Grant Program The Internal Audit Foundation is pleased to administer the annual grant program for Internal Auditing Education Partnership (IAEP) institutions supported by contributions to the Foundation’s Academic Fund. The Academic Fund supports initiatives that focus on establishing a foundation for today’s IAEP students to become leaders in the internal audit profession tomorrow.

The Institute of Management Accountants has several scholarship opporutnities avaialble to Beta Alpha Psi students.

IMA Memorial Education Fund (MEF) Scholarship AND Stuart Cameron & Margaret McLeod Memorial Scholarship (SCMS)

IMA offers scholarships to graduate and undergraduate students based on specific criteria. Those who apply for the MEF Scholarship are automatically considered for the SCMS scholarship.

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IMA Century Scholarship Award

This scholarship is available to undergraduate junior and senior students of IMA Endorsed Schools or Schools with IMA Student Chapters. The recipient will receive an award of $7,500. In addition to the monetary award, the recipient will be offered a CMA Scholarship.

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CMA Scholarship Program

Students are nominated by faculty to receive this scholarship, which allows the student to prepare for and take the CMA exam at no cost to them. Faculty can nominate up to 10 students per university per academic year. Students must be currently enrolled full-time and attending regular classes to be nominated. Students who have already graduated do not qualify for the CMA Scholarship. Students cannot self-nominate.

More details https://www.imanet.org/en/IMA-Certifications/CMA-Certification/Students/Scholarship

KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms providing Audit, Tax, Advisory, and Business Support services with 90+ offices and 37,200+ employees and partners throughout the US. From internship opportunities to leadership programs, to full-time careers, you’ll have hands-on, real-world experience in modern AI capabilities and emerging technology trend. We turn knowledge into value to make the difference for our clients, our people, and our communities. The firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including CPA and professional certification incentives, personal time off, and well-being support. Grow into the professional you are meant to be with a career at KPMG.

KPMG Master of Accounting with Data Analytics (MADA) Program

The KPMG Master of Accounting with Data and Analytics (MADA) Program equips students with data-driven skills essential for the modern accounting profession. In partnership with top U.S. business schools, the program offers up to $40,000 in tuition assistance for eligible candidates who accept an Audit Associate role at KPMG.  Learn more about the program and requirements here.

RSM US Foundation Scholarships

RSM is helping build the next generation of technology and business professionals through these scholarship opportunities, For more information visit RSM scholarship opportunities.

• Power Your Education The RSM US Foundation awards 10 business and technology students annually with a $10,000 scholarship each and an invitation to an RSM information session.
• First Generation The RSM US Foundation awards five first generation students with up to $30,000 each in scholarships, paid $10,000 annually over three consecutive academic years and an invitation to an RSM information session.
• Power Your Transition Community College The RSM US Foundation awards 10 community college students with up to $10,000 each in scholarships as they pursue a bachelor’s degree in business or technology.

UWorld CPA Review Course Scholarship Program

UWorld is the proud sponsor of over $3.4 million in course scholarships annually. Our goal is to break financial barriers across the globe, by providing tuition assistance and study materials to help candidates pass their high-stakes exams.

Are you ready to become a CPA? There’s no better time to take the next step in your career. Let us help you make your goal a reality! Ten (10) exceptional candidates will be awarded a full Elite-Unlimited CPA Review Course. Apply today!

We accept scholarship applications year-round and select recipients twice yearly. This is your opportunity to earn a full ride to UWorld’s Elite-Unlimited CPA Review Course, valued at over $3,899. No purchase is necessary. The scholarship award covers the cost of shipping for a full set of printed Study Guides at no charge.

Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants Scholarships

Description: The Washington CPA Foundation will award over $500,000 in scholarships to accounting students attending an accredited college or university in the state of Washington during the 2024-2025 academic year.

WA CPA Foundation Scholarships (do not need to be a WSCPA member to apply)

Associate Scholarship, deadline is Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT

• $2,000 for incoming Fall 2025 college freshmen/sophomores (~22 awards available)
• Less than 30 semester / 45 quarter credits entering Fall 2025
• 2.5 GPA or higher, interest in Accounting, potential major in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin./MIS/Economics, attending Washington
• State college/university (including community colleges)
• Unofficial transcripts, 3 short essays (500 words or less), online recommendation form completed by educator, supervisor, volunteer coordinator, mentor, CPA, etc.