Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 1
Level: graduate
Renewable: No
About
The John L. Carey Scholarship supports graduate accounting students who did not major in accounting as undergraduates but are now pursuing the CPA licensure. It encourages diverse academic backgrounds to enter the accounting profession.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Non-accounting undergraduate major pursuing a graduate degree in accounting
- Intend to pursue CPA licensure
- AICPA Student Affiliate member
Required Materials
- Online application
- Official transcript (undergraduate and graduate)
- Resume
- Essay
- Faculty recommendation
Timeline
Applications open November. Deadline March 1. Applicants notified late spring.
Tips
Clearly articulate why you decided to switch to accounting and your enthusiasm for the profession. Highlight how your previous major provides a unique perspective. Emphasize your commitment to becoming a CPA.