AICPA Foundation Two-year Transfer Scholarship

Original Requirements

• Some financial need. Financial need will be assessed based on the criteria outlined within the application form. Applicants must not be receiving any full or partial scholarships or grants that cover or exceed all of their educational expenses.
• Currently completing courses at a two-year college/university and planning to transfer with a declared intent to major in accounting or an accounting-related field at a four-year college/university during 2026.
• Planning to pursue the CPA licensure but not presently be a CPA.
• Maintained an overall and major GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
• Enrolling as a full-time undergraduate (12 semester hours or equivalent) for the 2026-27 academic year.
• Completing an Associate's degree with at least 6 semester hours (or equivalent) in accounting by the end of summer 2026.
• Enrolling in a business and/or accounting program that is regionally, nationally or internationally accredited for the full 2026-27 academic year. The program must be accepted by the state board of accountancy as meeting the educational requirements necessary for CPA licensure in the state you intend to become licensed OR in the state where your program is located.
• An AICPA Student Affiliate member (or have submitted a new member application).
• A U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident (Green Card holder).
• Willingness to remain engaged with the AICPA and to provide feedback for the development of this and other programs by the Association.