Since 1969, NABA, Inc (Formerly National Association of Black Accountants, Inc.) has provided millions in scholarship funds to deserving students. Through the generous contributions of individuals and partner organizations that share NABA's desire to break through the economic barriers that minority students often experience. Each year, NABA offers students scholarships nationally, regionally, and locally. In 2022, NABA New York provided more than $80,000 in scholarships, ranging from $2,000-$5,000.

NABA New York Scholarship applications will be accepted if completed online by 11:59 p.m. on April 30, 2023. Also, transcripts and letters of recommendation must be emailed by this date to be accepted. Recipients will be notified via email and posted on the NABA NY website.

• Be an African American or Black or an individual of African descent who is an undergraduate or graduate student majoring in business or computer science-related field of study.
  Disclaimer: African descent is defined as people of the African diaspora who are descendants of enslaved Africans. This includes but is not limited to African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, and Afro-Latin Americans.
• Be a PAID NABA student member, whose membership dues have been received by NABA's National Office no later than December 31, 2022. Rights are $35.00 for undergraduate or graduate students.
  Special Note: Regardless of the circumstances, you cannot return to student status once becoming a professional member. Graduate students must have entered graduate school immediately after receiving their undergraduate degree.
• Be an AICPA Student Affiliate member (or have submitted a new member application). Apply online at no cost: www.thiswaytocpa.com/join-aicpa.
• Attending a college/university in the state of New York.
• Be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university with a minimum of six (6) completed semester hours (or equivalent) of accounting or business credits towards your undergraduate freshmen, sophomore, junior, or first-year senior accounting, finance, or business major. Graduate students are welcome to apply.
  Special Note: Proof of fall 2023 or spring 2024 class schedule required to receive the award.
• Meet the minimum overall grade point average requirement of 3.0. Please provide a conversion of your grades to the "4.0 grading scale" if your college or university does not use this scale.
• Provide ALL of the information requested in the application to be considered. The complete application must be received by the stated due date of April 30, 2023.
• You must attend the 42nd Annual Scholarship & Awards Gala, date TBD.

Application Criteria & Instructions:

• To apply for the scholarship, click the link at the top of the page to create a free student affiliate member account or sign in if you already have one.

For questions about the scholarship, contact: scholarship@nabany.org