AICPA John L. Carey Scholarship Award

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: April 1 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: graduate
Renewable: No

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About

This scholarship supports liberal arts and non-business majors who are pursuing a graduate degree in accounting to prepare for a career as a CPA. An MBA with an accounting focus can be eligible.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.0+
  • Non-accounting undergraduate degree
  • Pursuing a graduate degree in accounting (e.g., MBA with accounting concentration) to become a CPA

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • Essays
  • Transcripts
  • Recommendations

Timeline

Application opens January. Winners notified July.

Tips

Clearly explain your transition to accounting and your commitment to becoming a CPA. Highlight your academic abilities despite a non-accounting undergrad.