Each year the Louisiana CPA Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, offers scholarships to qualifying full-time, undergraduate accounting majors enrolled in a Louisiana university who are intent on remaining in Louisiana upon graduation and pursuing the CPA designation.

Scholarships are made possible by contributions received from members of the Society of Louisiana CPAs and other donors. Scholarship amounts range from $500 to $2,000 or higher and are awarded in the spring. Must be a current LCPA Student Affiliate Member and meet all other eligibility requirements to apply.

An eligible applicant must be/have:

• Current Student Affiliate Member in the Society of Louisiana CPAs.
• Currently enrolled full-time in an undergraduate accounting program in a Louisiana four-year college or university when the application is filed (verification may be required).
• Intent on remaining in LA upon graduation and pursuing the CPA designation.
• Successfully completed an intermediate accounting course and are a declared accounting major.
• Academic achievement: 3.0 or better on a grading scale of 4.00 for accounting courses, and 2.5 overall.
• Unofficial AND Official transcripts must document all courses taken through the most recent semester completed at the time of the application.
• Answer three short-answer questions that reflect your passion, commitment to service, and personal storytelling.
• Two reference letters from individuals who can attest to your character and why you are deserving of this scholarship; one must come from a licensed CPA.

All application materials must be received by January 26, 2026.

For more information contact Ann Lupo, alupo@louisiana.cpa.