Exploring accounting scholarships for international students

I'm planning to study accounting in the U.S. as an international student. Are there any specific scholarships available for international students entering accounting programs? I'd love to know about any good options or where to start my search.

Sure, several scholarships are available for international students in accounting. I'll mention a few here, but it's worth noting that eligibility requirements may vary depending on factors like academic performance, need, and personal experiences.

1. The AICPA Foundation Two-year Transfer Scholarship: This scholarship supports students looking to transfer from a two-year to a four-year institution to complete their accounting or accounting-related degree.

2. Global Business Diversity Scholarship by the AICPA: This is for underrepresented minorities, which may include some international students, studying accounting or a related field.

3. IFAC (International Federation of Accountants) offers several scholarships for international students to study accountancy.

4. The Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship is provided by the ACFE Foundation to students interested in pursuing a career in fraud examination.

5. Accountemps Student Scholarship: A scholarship available to students in accounting, finance, or related fields.

A good tool to start your search is Appily, where you can enter your intended major and see what scholarships are available for that. You might also check with the financial aid office of the universities you're applying to; they might have scholarships specifically for international students. Websites like International Scholarships also maintain extensive databases of scholarships designed for international students in various areas of study.

Also, connect with professional accounting organizations in your home country for potential funding opportunities, they might have resources to support studies abroad. As an international student, it's a good idea to start your scholarship search early and make sure to verify the application requirements and deadlines for each scholarship. Good luck with your scholarship search!