North Carolina Scholarships

North Carolina CPA Foundation Scholarships

The North Carolina CPA Foundation, Inc. awards several annual merit-based scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Thirty-three scholarships were awarded in 2004. In addition, all qualified applicants will receive a complimentary one-year NCACPA membership.

NCACPA created the NC CPA Foundation, Inc., to further facilitate the association’s philanthropic efforts. The Foundation plays a major role in accomplishing the association’s mission of supporting CPAs and the accounting profession in North Carolina. Through the generous donations of NCACPA members, the Foundation provides numerous scholarships and other monetary contributions to aid North Carolina college students. Applications materials must be postmarked by February 9. See the following website for eligibility requirements and an application.

http://www.ncacpa.org/students/Student%20Central/Scholarships.htm

National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) Local Chapter Scholarships

NABA was established in 1969 by a group of nine African-American accountants who were concerned about the limited number of minorities in the field of accounting, and particularly, the limited number of certified public accountants. At the time of inception, there were about 100 African-American CPAs; today, there are more than 5,000 members.

NABA makes available student scholarships at both the national and local levels. Scholarships are awarded to deserving and successful college students to assist in furthering their education. See the following website and contact your local NABA chapter for more information.

http://www.nabainc.org/pages/Student_ScholarshipProgram.jsp