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Resources & Scholarships for Colorado Accounting Students | COCPA Scholarships Why Join COCPA? Colleges & Universities CPA Exam Resources Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop The COCPA Student Alliance Opportunities for CPAs Other Resources Scholarships Why Join COCPA? Colleges & Universities CPA Exam Resources Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop The COCPA Student Alliance Opportunities for CPAs Other Resources Resources & Scholarships for Colorado Accounting Students | COCPA 21137 home,page-template,page-template-full_width,page-template-full_width-php,page,page-id-21137,ajax_fade,page_not_loaded,,select-child-theme-ver-1.0.0,select-theme-ver-3.1,vertical_menu_enabled,smooth_scroll,wpb-js-composer js-comp-ver-5.2.1,vc_responsive A rewarding CPA career awaits. COCPA will help you get there. FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR YOUR BRIGHT FUTURE Scholarships for Colorado Accounting Students Founded in 1958, the Educational Foundation of the COCPA provides scholarships to students in Colorado who are on the path to a CPA career. Scholarships are awarded in August for the fall term and may be applied to tuition, textbooks, fees, and on-campus room and board. Applicants must be pursuing a degree with accounting emphasis from an eligible, 4-year Colorado college or university. Apply between March 1 and June 30, 2023 to be considered for a scholarship for the Merit Scholarship Application. Apply between January 17 and March 31, 2023 to be considered for a scholarship for the Community College Accounting Scholarship. JOIN COCPA NOW ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP NOW Other Scholarship Opportunities AICPA American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The AICPA offers nine different scholarships to students and educators. This Way to CPA, National Scholarship Search ACCOUNTING MAJORS AccountingMajors.com A list of various organizations offering accounting scholarships. FIND A SCHOLARSHIP FASTWEB Online scholarship search tool . NABA National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) For ethnic minorities who are currently enrolled as full-time students. COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS CollegeScholarships.org A website offering general information about college funding. ACCOUNTING.COM Scholarship Overview for Accounting Students Grants, loans, fellowships, and employer assistance for accounting majors. KPMG KPMG Future Leaders Program Applications are now being accepted for the KPMG Future Leaders Program – Class of 2023. The KPMG Future Leaders Program annually awards 22 deserving high school female seniors: A scholarship of $10,000 per year for 4 years of college A leadership development retreat and ongoing KPMG support A pairing with an executive woman mentor for one-year We are committed to reaching as many qualified young women as possible, and we cannot do so without your help! Please share this application link with your qualifying female students and encourage them to apply for this wonderful opportunity. Applications must be submitted by February 1, 2023 . An independent selection committee will select and notify the 22 recipients by April 14, 2023. Since the program’s inception in 2016, nearly $4.5M in scholarships has been awarded to 144 KPMG Future Leaders. We are immensely proud of our students and invite you to learn more about their journeys here . CBCF Congressional Black Caucus Foundation All Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF)’s 2023 Scholarships applications are now open! • High School Junior & Senior Scholarship • Undergraduate Scholarships • Doctoral/Graduate Studies Scholarships For more information regarding scholarship qualifications and application closing dates, please visit cbcfinc.org/scholarships or email us at scholarships@cbcfinc.org . WHY JOIN COCPA? Become a COCPA Student Member COCPA student members enjoy all the great benefits of membership at only a fraction of the cost. For only $24 a year, you gain exclusive access to the people and resources, and you prove you are serious about your professional direction. Scholarship opportunities to support your education Student Interview Days: opportunities to develop your career Unique networking opportunities Discounted event costs Subscription to membership publications Participation in professional advocacy Access to professional learning opportunities Discounts on CPA review programs The COCPA Student Alliance: a group designed to help Colorado accounting students navigate their educational and professional journey by providing meetings, resources, networking events, and volunteer opportunities. COCPA Career Center: a great resource to discover job opportunities, connect with employers, prepare for interviews, and more! Mock CPA Exams: COCPA and Surgent CPA Review partner to offer FREE, quarterly Mock CPA Exams to help you prepare by using actual multiple-choice questions and simulations. JOIN COCPA NOW Helpful Websites Colorado Society of CPAs American Institute of CPAs Colorado State Board of Accountancy National Association of State Boards of Accountancy Start Here Go Places 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy Robert Half CPA Exam Changes Guide to Accounting in Colorado The Candidate Bulletin START BUILDING YOUR CAREER Student Interview Days SAVE THE DATE: The 2022 edition of Student Interview Days will take place Monday, September 19 – Saturday, September 24. Every year, COCPA brings together soon to be graduates” and helps match them to firms looking to add new talent. We have chosen to embrace this new, virtual world with more opportunities — for both students and firms. No more time limits. No more space limits. No more travel limits. Let’s do this. AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop The AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop (ASLW) is an all-expenses-paid annual invitational program for minority accounting students. This event aims to strengthen students’ professional skills and understanding of the limitless possibilities and benefits of earning the CPA credential. Attendees will participate in learning sessions and panel discussions covering a wide array of topics such as developing leadership skills and passing the CPA exam. Students will have the opportunity to interact with accomplished CPA professionals who will share priceless knowledge regarding career opportunities in accounting and the value of networking. AICPA Foundation covers the cost of student attendees’ transportation to/from the workshop location, hotel accommodations, training experience, and meals. Learn more about the AICPA Foundation . Stay tuned for more information on the 2023 application deadlines, workshop dates, and workshop location! Number of Recipients: 100 Sponsor: AICPA Foundation CLICK HERE to learn more! Contact diversity@aicpa.org with any questions regarding the Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop. LEARN MORE The COCPA Student Alliance A group designed to help Colorado accounting students navigate their educational and professional journey by providing meetings, resources, networking events, and volunteer opportunities. Meetings will include guest speakers, support from peers, connections in the field, knowledge sharing, CPA Exam study tips, assistance with the COCPA Career Center, resumes and cover letters, and more! Students interested in joining: Please contact Abbey Aguirre, Student, Faculty, and Young Professionals Engagement Representative, at abbey@cocpa.org or (303) 741-8623. WHERE TO STUDY Colorado Colleges and Universities These Colorado institutions of higher education offer programs of study in accounting. Four-Year Colleges and Universities Adams State College Colorado Christian University Colorado College Colorado State University – Fort Collins Colorado State University – Pueblo Colorado Mesa University Colorado State University – Global Campus Colorado Mountain College Columbia College Fort Lewis College Metropolitan State University of Denver Regis University University of Colorado – Boulder University of Colorado – Colorado...