GWSCPA Scholarship Awards Program
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GWSCPA Scholarship Awards Program

Last updated Apr 3, 2026

Deadline
2026-04-20
Country
United States
Level
undergraduate, masters
Organization
The Greater Washington Society of CPAs
Field
Accounting
Funding
partial

Overview

The Scholarship Fund of the Greater Washington Society of CPAs (GWSCPA) provides financial awards to accounting students pursuing higher education in the Washington, DC area. Since its establishment in 1963, the fund has awarded over $500,000.

Coverage

Scholarship awards range from $3,000 for undergraduate and graduate students to $5,000 for two special named awards: the Past President's Award and the Sue Marcum Memorial Award. In addition to the financial award, winners receive a one-year membership to the Greater Washington Society of CPAs and are recognized at the Annual Membership Meeting in June.

Eligibility

This scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are attending a college or university located within 25 miles of the White House in Washington, DC. Applicants must be studying accounting on a full-time basis and planning to sit for a CPA exam. For the Past President's Award, students must demonstrate qualities and activities indicating future leadership potential within the profession. For the Sue Marcum Memorial Award, students must show a commitment to community and volunteer service.

Requirements

Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an eligible university in the Greater Washington area, studying accounting, and intending to take the CPA exam. Specific leadership or community service involvement is required for the named awards.

How to apply

Students who meet the application criteria are invited to complete the online application form by the stated deadline.

Notes

Eligible universities include American University, Bowie State University, Catholic University, Gallaudet University, George Mason University, George Washington University, Georgetown University, Howard University, Marymount University, Trinity Washington University, University of the District of Columbia, University of Maryland, and University of Maryland Global Campus. For any questions, you may email Ashley Walton at [email protected].

Source & Verification

Host organization: The Greater Washington Society of CPAs

Original source: JLV College Counseling

Official application page: https://gwscpa.wufoo.com/forms/za9lixo05ecijx/

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

  1. 1

    Read the full requirements

    Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.

  2. 2

    Gather your documents

    Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.

  3. 3

    Request recommendation letters

    Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.

  4. 4

    Write your motivation letter

    Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.

  5. 5

    Proofread and submit early

    Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.

Deadline: 2026-04-20 — always verify on the official website before applying.

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