Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program

The Penn State Accounting Program is proud to collaborate with the Deloitte Foundation to help diversify the CPA profession through the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program (DFASP). In the spirit of supporting a diverse student population and to strengthen the pipeline of diverse talent entering the CPA profession, Penn State University and the Deloitte Foundation will cover 100% of tuition costs (excluding books and living expenses) for selected students to attend one of Penn State’s Master’s Programs in Accountancy or Taxation.

Eligibility

• Must have the ability to reside in the United States and the intention to pursue career opportunites in the United States after graduation.
• Currently enrolled and pursuing an undergraduate baccalaureate degree in accounting (or other business concentration) from an accredited program.
• Selected participants must be admitted at the time of application in a Penn State Master of Accounting or Master of Taxation program for the 2025-26 academic school year and complete such program by August 2026.
• Strong academic track record; minimum of 3.0 GPA (on 4.0 scale).
• Have an interest in pursuing a career in public accounting and obtaining a CPA license, but not presently a CPA.
• In the spirit of supporting a diverse student population, applicants shall demonstrate a knowledge and appreciation for the challenges faced by members of demographic groups underrepresented in the field of public accountancy.
• The University shall consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, or any other legally protected basis in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.

Scholarship application for the 2025-2026 academic year is closed.