December 8, 2026
NJCPA High School Senior Scholarship
Direct application
$1,500
Eligibility
Location
New Jersey
Major
Business
Education level
High school
Year of study
Final year
Status
United States
Grades
GPA 3.2+
About this scholarship
New Jersey high school seniors planning to major in accounting or complete at least 24 accounting credits at a U.S. college may apply. The one-year scholarship is $1,500. Applicants need a 3.2 or higher three-year GPA, or minimum SAT 1260 or ACT 26 composite.
Selection weighs academic performance, an essay, and a personal interview. Recipients receive an NJCPA mentor. Create an NJCPA account to apply. Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident attending a New Jersey high school.
The NJCPA Scholarship Fund supports college-bound students entering the accounting profession.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Essay of up to 500 words describing career goals and how the scholarship will help
- NJCPA application account
- Personal interview
- Interview
- This is a one-year scholarship.
- Recipients receive an NJCPA mentor.