The Fisher School of Accounting administers a number of awards for students pursuing a Master of Accounting degree. The amounts, number, and source of awards vary from year to year. Academic performance, particularly in upper-division accounting coursework, is emphasized in selecting recipients. Generally, 20 to 40 one-time cash awards are made in amounts ranging from $1,500 to $3,000. The application process depends upon your enrollment status. Use the links below to determine your enrollment status.
M.Acc Fellowships Administered by the FSOA
Currently Enrolled Students
To be considered for Fisher School of Accounting awards, students should complete and submit an Application for Accounting Awards form. Completing this one application makes the student eligible for all available endowed scholarships and fellowships. Applications are accepted near year end (typically mid-November through January). Finalists for awards will be mailed an invitation (mid-March) to attend our annual awards banquet where the winners will be announced. The cash proceeds will be disbursed during the first week Fall classes.
Endowed Scholarships & Fellowships
Application for Accounting Awards
Transfer Applicants
Applicants to our Master of Accounting program are automatically considered for fellowships based upon their academic performance upon admission. No application is necessary. After admission, any currently enrolled student entering their fifth year of studies may apply for a fellowship as described above.
External Scholarships & Fellowships
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) is pleased to offer several academic scholarships for students interested in accounting and business. For information and applications, visit their website and search scholarships.
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Hispanic Scholarship Fund applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are now available online. HSF give out over 4,000 scholarships each year to Latino students. Must be of Hispanic heritage, have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and have plans to enroll as a full-time student in the Fall of 2010. For more information or to apply, visit their website.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Information and/or applications for scholarships and fellowships that are provided by companies or agencies not affiliated with the Fisher School of Accounting.
Scholarship Central
University Scholars Program