Accounting Scholarships

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Our list of accounting scholarships have one thing in common. Only accounting students are eligible! If you’re on your way to becoming an accountant or certified public accountant (CPA) you have done the math and know you need help to pay for college. That’s where accounting scholarships can really help! Different organizations and career groups offer accounting scholarships to help pay for college or grad school. Awards include the $10,000 scholarship offered by American Institute for CPAs (AICPA) or the $1,500 accounting scholarship awarded by National Association of Black Accountants (NABA).

Having a degree in accounting means that you have the financial knowledge that today’s businesses need. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs for accountants are may grow by 4% through 2029. That is faster than average in comparison to other careers! The 2019 median pay is also noted at $71,550. So congratulations on your choice of majors! We hope you are successful on your path and are proud to offer this tool. Search our list of scholarships for accounting majors, and apply now!

Hershey Company Tribal Scholarship – Non-Tribal College Students

This scholarship is open to U.S. undergraduate students of American Indian or Alaskan Native descent who have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and are majoring in math, technology, science, engineering and/or business. Priority is given to students who are studying in or residents of Illinois, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Award Amount

Total:  $67500

Awards:  27

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Hershey Company Tribal Scholarship – Tribal College Students

U.S. undergraduate American Indian or Alaskan Natives attending a tribal college are eligible for this award. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, and must major in math, technology, science, engineering, and/or business.
Award Amount

Total:  $33750

Awards:  27

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Ford Motor Company Scholarship

This scholarship is for U.S. students of American Indian or Alaskan Native descendancy who plan to pursue a degree in accounting, computer science, engineering, finance, marketing, or operations management. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher; preference will be given to students enrolled in a Michigan college.
Award Amount

Total:  $81000

Awards:  27

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Morgan Stanley Tribal Scholars Program

This scholarship is available for U.S. undergraduate students who are American Indian or Alaskan Native with proof of enrollment or descendancy and have a declared major in business or a related field. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
Award Amount

Total:  $67500

Awards:  27

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Women in Public Finance Scholarship

U.S. graduating high school senior females who have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher are eligible for this award. Students must have an interest in pursuing a public finance related career in finance, government, nonprofits, or law.
Award Amount

Total:  $30000

Awards:  10

Deadline

Deadline:  June 15

CalCPA Peninsula Silicon Valley Chapter Scholarship

This scholarship is open to U.S. college sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are majoring in accounting or show intent to major in accounting by having taken four or more accounting courses. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and must attend one of the following eligible colleges: Skyline College, College of San Mateo, Canada College, Menlo College and Notre Dame de Namur University.
Award Amount

Total:  $20000

Awards:  16

Deadline

Deadline:  October 25

Paul Hagelbarger Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is open to U.S. college juniors and seniors and graduate students who are pursuing a degree in accounting at a four-year institution in Alaska. Scholastic achievement and financial need will be considered in the selection process.
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  November 20

William Wrigley Scholarship

The William Wrigley scholarship is available to eligible undergraduate students who are enrolled in UNCF member schools during the 2020-2021 academic year.
Award Amount

Total:  $5000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  November 23

Crown Castle Opportunity Scholarship Program

In partnership with UNCF, Crown Castle has developed the Crown Castle Opportunity Scholarship Program to provide 25 need-based scholarships to African-American/Black college students who meet criteria.
Award Amount

Total:  $6250000

Awards:  25

Deadline

Deadline:  November 23

GFOA Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship

This scholarship is available for U.S. or Canadian college juniors, seniors, and graduate students who belong to one of the following groups (as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau): Black or African American, Asian, Hispanic or Latino, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, or a Pacific Islander. Students must be majoring in public administration, (governmental) accounting, finance, political science, economics or business administration (with a specific focus on government or non-profit management).
Award Amount

Total:  $10000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  January 04