Take advantage of scholarship opportunities
As an Accounting major, you have access to scholarship opportunities sponsored by the university, as well as programs outside, and faculty are available to help to you identify these opportunities and review any application material prior to submission.
Below is a partial list of available scholarships. If you are interested in applying, consult an Accounting faculty member. Some scholarships require approval of the Accounting Department chair.
Texas Society of CPAs – Austin Chapter Scholarships
Through their foundation, the Texas Society of CPAs Austin chapter awards multiple scholarships each year to students enrolled in Austin-area universities. Applicants must have completed Intermediate Accounting I and attained at least junior status. Awards are made at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee based on applicants’ qualifications.
Application Due: November 20 (approximately)
Minimum GPA: 3.0 in Accounting major
Amount: $500 up to $2,500
How to Apply: Online
Texas Society of CPAs – Statewide Scholarships
The Texas Society of CPAs Foundation provides scholarships to Accounting students who plan to become Texas Certified Public Accountants.
Application Due: October 1 to the Accounting Department chair
Minimum GPA: 3.6 in Accounting major
Amount: $1,500 (for the academic year)
How to Apply: Applicants must be nominated by the Accounting Department, with approval by the chair
Texas State Board of Public Accountancy 5th Year Scholarships
The TSBPA 5th Year Scholarship is available for students who are taking academic courses beyond their bachelor’s degrees and are working toward academic credit that will qualify them to sit for the CPA exam.
Application Due: Rolling deadline
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Amount: Based on financial need and availability of funds
How to Apply: File an Application of Intent with the board and a FAFSA application. Contact the Accounting Department for approval by the department and submission to the Financial Aid Office. View detailed requirements online.
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship
Funds for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Ritchie-Jennings Scholarship are designated for students with an interest in pursuing a career in fraud examination or similar anti-fraud profession. Applications must be accompanied by three letters of recommendation, at least one of which must be from a Certified Fraud Examiner.
Application Due: February 5 (may change each year)
Minimum GPA: Not specified
Amount: $1,000 up to $10,000, plus a one-year ACFE student membership
How to Apply: Online. Undergraduates must be enrolled for 9 credit hours per term, and graduate students must be enrolled for 6 credit hours per term.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance Academic Scholarships
Application Due: April 1
Minimum GPA: Not specified
Amount: Not specified
General Requirements
- Students pursuing the 3rd, 4th or 5th year of an Accounting degree; does not require membership
- Certification Fees – Available to support the exam fees of AFWA members for any one of the following: CPA, CFP, CFE, CIA, CMA, or CVA
- CPAexcel Review – Provides registration for a CPAexcel CPA Review course
American Institute of CPAs and AccountTemps Scholarships
Application Due: April 1
Minimum GPA: Not specified
Amount: $2,500 per year
General Requirements
- Student member of AICPA
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate Accounting major (exceptions may be allowed if enrolling for internship)
- Underrepresented minority in the accounting profession
- 30 semester hours in college coursework and 6 semester hours of accounting completed
- AACSB accredited School of Business (exceptions may be granted at the discretion of the Sponsor); contact SEU Accounting Dept. Chair
American Institute of CPAs: Minority Scholarships
Application Due: April 1
Minimum GPA: 3.0 overall
Amount: Up to $5,000/year
General Requirements
- Student member of AICPA
- A full-time undergraduate or graduate Accounting major
- An underrepresented minority in the accounting profession
- 30 semester hours in college coursework and 6 hours of Accounting completed
American Institute of CPAs: Transfer Student Scholarship
Application Due: April 1
Minimum GPA: 3.0 overall
Amount: Not specified
General Requirements
- For students who earned an associate’s degree with a declared intent to major in Accounting at a four-year college or university
- Enrolled full-time as an undergraduate
American Woman’s Society of CPAs Scholarships
Application Due: May 15
Minimum GPA: 3.0 overall
Amount: Not specified
General Requirements
- Undergraduate senior or 5th-year student and eligible to sit for the CPA exam within one year of award
Becker CPA Exam Review Scholarships
Application Due: January 31 (may change each year)
Minimum GPA: Not specified
Amount: $1,697 to $3,393
General Requirements
- Accounting professional or student not currently enrolled in Becker CPA Exam Review at the time of the scholarship notification (spring)
- Meet requirements to sit for the CPA Exam at time of enrollment in Becker’s CPA Exam Review
- Demonstrate financial need in preparing for the CPA exam
- Not valid for applicants who are employed by or have accepted a position at an employer that reimburses for the CPA Exam Review
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Application Due: March 30
Minimum GPA: 3.0 overall
Amount: $500 to $5,000
General Requirements
- Merit-based scholarships available for undergraduate and graduate students
- All majors and graduate fields are eligible
Institute of Management Accountants
Application Due: February 15 and later (varies)
Minimum GPA: 3.0 overall
Amount: $1,000 and up (varies)
General Requirements
- Several scholarships are available; refer to IMA website
National Association of Black Accountants Scholarships
Application Due: January 31
Minimum GPA: Must meet minimum GPA specified
Amount: $1,000 to $10,000
General Requirements
- African-American (Black) or of African descent
- Undergraduate, full-time (12 SCH) at a four-year U.S. college
- Graduate, full-time (9 SCH) enrolled or accepted into a master’s business program
National Society of Accountants
Application Due: March 31
Minimum GPA: 3.0 overall
Amount: $500 to $2,200
General Requirements
- U.S. or Canadian citizen
- Undergraduate part- or full-time with major in Accounting
- Can be for 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of studies for undergraduates
- Based on academic achievements, leadership, community involvement, work, statement of goals and financial need.
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