Melissa J. Sawyer

Were you interested in going to the Accounting Listen and Learn earlier this week, but then something came up?  Or, you just needed a screen break for a little while?  I have good news!  We recorded the program so that you can watch on your own time.  Check out the recording here to learn from our amazing panelists!  I hope you enjoy!

BerryDunn has been hard at work putting together a unique opportunity for students.  Given the current environment they pivoted and have designed a multi-part Future Insight Virtual Series. Check out the flyer below for more information.  This is a great program for sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue an accounting related major.  Deadline to apply is March 31, 2021.

Each year Melanson (formally known as Melanson Heath) offers a $1,000 scholarship to an Accounting student at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. These scholarships are awarded to deserving students planning to have a career in public accounting and who also share in our core values of honesty, kindness, fairness, perseverance, bravery, and judgment.

The deadline for applications is April 15, 2021.

Listed below are requirements for the Undergraduate Scholarship:

Were you interested in going to the Actuarial Listen and Learn last week, but then something came up?  Or, you just needed a screen break for a little while?  I have good news!  We recorded the program so that you can watch on your own time.  Check out the recording here to learn from our amazing panelists!  I hope you enjoy!

The MSCPA is now accepting scholarship applications!

In 2020, the MSCPA was able to award $141,500 to worthy accounting students. They restructured their scholarship program to increase the amount of the awards and are proud to be offering scholarships ranging from $2,500 – $10,000. They are happy to provide financial assistance to offset the costs associated with becoming a CPA – all YOU need to do is apply!

The deadline to apply is NOW Tuesday, February 16, 2021.

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While COVID-19 has impacted almost all lines of work, those in the field of accounting have found themselves in a truly unique situation as they are now able to reinvent their job function due to the pandemic.

Many accountants have been forced to be nimble in finding ways to help their respective companies seek organizational success as well as planning and budgeting for a post-COVID economy in what many hope to be in the near future.

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Check out this amazing scholarship opportunity!

Spencer Scholarships: Spencer scholarships are merit-based, and are awarded to undergraduate, graduate and PhD students who wish to pursue a career in Risk Management and Insurance. Our 2021-2022 Scholarship application is currently live. Undergraduate Spencer scholarships are awarded in the amount of $5,000, with limited $7,500 and $10,000 scholarships awarded to the highest-ranked applicants; Graduate and PhD Spencer scholarships are awarded in the amount of $10,000. More information and the link to apply can …

Exciting news for Bentley business and technology students! RSM is pleased to continue their Power Your Education scholarship program and is very excited to launch a new First Generation scholarship program.

Together the programs, funded by the RSM US Foundation, will award $150,000 in scholarships to 15 students for the 2021/2022 academic year.

First Generation Scholarships:
Five students each awarded a $10,000 scholarship per academic year, for up to three years and $30,000
Open to first-generation college students
Power Your …

Exciting news regarding a number of Spencer Scholarship opportunities for students of diverse backgrounds who wish to pursue a career in Risk Management and Insurance:

Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies Scholarship: The Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies (LAAIA) has just announced that they will be funding two $5,000 scholarships in 2021, to be awarded to undergraduate students who self-identify as Latinx/Hispanic American.
Arch Insurance Diversity Scholarship: Arch Insurance will be awarding two $5,000 scholarships in 2021, to students …

Surgent CPA Review has scholarship opportunities for hardworking students currently studying accounting and finance at an accredited college or university.

Surgent is offering two scholarships, and winners will receive $1,500 for first place. All applicants must submit an answer to an essay question with a copy of their current transcript. Further details on how to apply for the scholarship can be found here:

https://www.surgent.com/college-scholarship/ (Deadline: November 30, 2020)

https://www.surgentcpareview.com/college-scholarship/  (Deadline: November 30, 2020)