American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) Foundation - Legacy Scholarships
Official scholarship page for students transferring from a two-year college to a four-year institution to pursue an accounting degree and CPA licensure.
DeadlineSept. 30; Close Date: Mar 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. US/Eastern; 2026-03-15: Closing date at 11:59 p.m. US/Eastern; Close Date: September 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m. US/Eastern; June 26: AICPA & CIMA Faculty Hour Series
Award amount$5,000; $10,000; $15,000; Up to $1,000; $5,000 - $10,000; $10,000 (AICPA/PCPS George Willie Student Scholarship); $5,000 (AICPA Foundation Two-year Transfer Scholarship); $5,000 - $10,000 (AICPA Foundation Scholarship for Future CPAs)
Last checkedJun 25, 2026
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AICPA Foundation Two-year Transfer Scholarship
Official scholarship page for students transferring from a two-year college to a four-year institution to pursue an accounting degree and CPA licensure.
Must have some financial need.; Currently completing courses at a two-year college/university and planning to transfer to a four-year college/university during 2026.; Declared intent to major in accounting or an accounting-related field.; Planning to pursue CPA licensure but not presently a CPA.; Maintained an overall and major GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).; Enrolling in an accredited business/accounting program for the 2026-27 academic year.
Requirements
Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a professor or licensed CPA).; Letter of recommendation from an accounting professor for part-time students.; Letter of employment for part-time students (if selected).; Willingness to remain engaged with the AICPA and provide feedback.
Application materials
AICPA student affiliate membership credentials.; Two references (name and email address).; Letter of recommendation from an accounting professor (for part-time students).; Letter of employment (for part-time students, if selected).
How to apply
Sign up for a free AICPA student membership.; Sign in to ThisWayToCPA.com.; Click the 'Apply Here' button on the scholarship page.; Create an account on the AICPA Foundation Awards and Financial Aid portal.; Complete the AICPA Foundation Legacy Scholarships Eligibility Quiz.; Submit the application through the portal dashboard.
Important dates
Open Date: Dec 01, 2025; Close Date: Mar 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. US/Eastern
Contact
scholarships@aicpa.org
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