Maryland Society of Certified Public Accountants Scholarship

Name: Maryland Society of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA) Scholarship

Award Amount:

• Amounts vary based on available funding and applicant qualifications
• Multiple scholarships awarded annually

Information and Eligibility:
The Maryland Society of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA) Scholarship supports students committed to pursuing a career in the accounting profession. Administered through the MACPA Foundation, this scholarship program assists aspiring CPAs by reducing financial barriers related to college tuition, books, and other educational expenses. The program seeks to strengthen the accounting pipeline in Maryland by encouraging talented students to complete their degrees, pursue CPA licensure, and ultimately serve in public accounting, corporate finance, government, or nonprofit organizations throughout the state.

MACPA scholarships are available to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in accounting programs at accredited colleges or universities. Awards are given to students who demonstrate academic excellence, strong ethical character, leadership, and a clear commitment to becoming a Certified Public Accountant. The Foundation places special emphasis on students who show initiative through internships, participation in accounting clubs, community involvement, or professional ambitions aligned with the CPA profession.

The scholarship program is funded through donations from MACPA members, partner organizations, and supporters of the accounting profession. Recipients may receive financial support as well as opportunities to connect with accounting professionals, attend MACPA networking events, and explore career resources designed to help them succeed in the CPA pathway. Awards may vary in size, and multiple scholarships are granted each year depending on available funding.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be an undergraduate or graduate student majoring in accounting
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in Maryland
• Must demonstrate strong academic achievement
• Must show interest in becoming a Certified Public Accountant

Application Requirements:

• Completed MACPA Foundation scholarship application
• Official or unofficial academic transcripts demonstrating satisfactory progress
• Personal statement outlining career goals, interest in accounting, and commitment to CPA licensure
• Resume listing leadership activities, internships, work experience, or campus involvement
• Letter(s) of recommendation may be required depending on the award cycle

Selection Criteria:

• Academic excellence and performance in accounting coursework
• Commitment to pursuing CPA licensure and a career in the accounting profession
• Leadership experience, professional involvement, or community engagement
• Quality and completeness of the application materials

Additional Details:

• Open to full-time and part-time accounting students
• Awards may be applied toward tuition, books, fees, and related academic costs
• Recipients may be invited to attend MACPA professional events or networking sessions
• The MACPA Foundation supports initiatives that advance the CPA profession statewide

Deadline: April

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