CTCPA Accounting Scholarship Foundation Scholarships
Offered by Connecticut Society of CPAs Accounting Scholarship Foundation
About This Scholarship
The Connecticut Society of CPAs channels more than $50,000 a year through its Accounting Scholarship Foundation to students at every stage of the CPA pipeline — high school seniors, community college transfers, college juniors and seniors, and post-baccalaureate students finishing the credits needed for licensure. One general application puts candidates in the running for every award they qualify for.
The bulk of the money sits in $5,000 scholarships: six general awards, a community college award, a post-baccalaureate award, and an additional named award. Ten $500 scholarships go to high school seniors headed toward accounting majors, and children of CTCPA members can qualify for additional $500 awards. Eligibility generally requires Connecticut residency or attendance at a Connecticut institution, a declared accounting major, a 3.0 GPA, and a stated commitment to pursuing the CPA license, though specifics vary by award category.
The foundation runs on a spring cycle: the application opens in February and closes March 31 at 11:59 p.m., with winners notified in May and recognized at a June event. There is no essay requirement listed, which keeps the lift light relative to the award size.
Eligibility
- Connecticut resident or attending a Connecticut college/university (varies by award)
- Declared accounting major (or high school senior planning to major in accounting)
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (varies by award)
- Commitment to pursuing CPA licensure
- Categories exist for high school seniors, community college transfers, juniors/seniors, and post-baccalaureate students
How To Apply
- Complete the single general application on the CTCPA website when the cycle opens in February 2027; you are automatically considered for every scholarship you qualify for. Applications are due March 31 at 11:59 p.m., winners are notified in May and recognized in June.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many scholarships does the foundation award?
Over $50,000 is distributed annually, including at least nine $5,000 scholarships across general, community college, and post-baccalaureate categories, plus ten $500 awards for high school seniors and additional $500 awards for children of CTCPA members.
Do I need to write an essay?
The CTCPA's general application does not list an essay requirement — eligibility is driven by residency, GPA, declared accounting major, and commitment to the CPA license.
When should I apply?
The application opens in February 2027 and closes March 31 at 11:59 p.m. Winners hear back in May and are recognized at a June event.