1. Shall be either a part-time or full-time student, pursuing either an Associate’s of
Applied Science, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance or an
equivalent designated post-baccalaureate Certificate of Accounting or Finance.
2. Shall have completed a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours within four
weeks of the application deadline.
3. Shall have maintained a minimum grade point average of 2.05 overall and 3.0 in
Accounting or Finance.
4. Shall be attending an accredited Washington State community college, college,
university or professional school of Accounting or Finance or be a Washington State
resident.
5. Need not be a member of Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance.
“We are a local chapter, part of the National AFWA Not-for-Profit professional accounting & finance organization where our mission is to empower men & women to reach their full personal and profession potential and contribute to their profession.”
Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the final half of his/her school year, or a high school graduate within six months of the application deadline.
Students that have won a national scholarship in previous years may qualify for continuing assistance.
Applicant must be entering a field of study directly related to financial/resource management (such as
business administration, economics, accounting, finance) Applications that do not fall within these fields will not be considered.
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ASMC will award nine scholarships each year.
Application from high school applicants must have an ASMC chapter endorsement letter. Chapter presidents may submit up to two applications each award year. If a chapter submits more than two, the selection panel will review only the first two nominations received.
Nomination must be submitted through the Awards Online website. No local chapter forms are accepted.
High school applicants must have recommendation letter from an ASMC chapter president and an academic official, signed and dated.
Applications from prior winners will require document support of a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a letter from the academic institution confirming continued work in the area of financial management.
Scholarships are available to rising college freshman through postgraduate studies (must be enrolled at the time of disbursement to be considered)
Must be enrolled in a U.S. or 4-year-degree-granting institution (including relevant postgraduate studies)
Majoring in Business, Food Management, Accounting, Human Resources, IT or other focuses leading to a career in grocery
Experience in the grocery industry is preferred but not required
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Must intend to pursue a career in independent grocery industry
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The foundation administers 13 scholarships. By completing one application, students will be considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible.
Start an application to include demographic information and 3-4 personal statement essay questions. This can be saved at any point and edited at a later date prior to submission.
Upload your Official or unofficial transcript
Upload additional materials including, letter of recommendation(s), certificates, awards, etc.
Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada.
Be a current college student enrolled in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States or Canada and will continue to be enrolled full time for the entire 2023-2024 academic year.
Intends to work in the banking industry following graduation.
Maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale overall (or equivalent).
Applicants do not have to be a current RMA member, but they must join (free) and remain a member to receive and renew their scholarship.
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Scholarship recipients are selected based on merit with the following factors:
Demonstrated interest in the banking industry; (Examples: previous employment in a bank; RMA membership; involvement in local RMA chapter; academic studies; internships).
Academic achievement.
Participation and leadership in community and school activities, or related work experience.
Entering with first- or second-year status in the fall of 2023 at an accredited Washington state college or university who are taking credits that are transferable to a four-year accounting degree
Interested in pursuing a career in accounting or becoming a CPA
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Current résumé (including jobs, internships, volunteer positions and leadership roles)
The email address of a reference (educator, supervisor, mentor, CPA, or community reference, such as a volunteer coordinator, church leader) to fill out a recommendation questionnaire
Unofficial transcripts from all colleges attended, or high school if applying as an incoming college first-year student
Students entering junior year or higher in the fall of 2023. Fifth year, master’s, and PhD candidates as well as community college transfers are encouraged to apply,
GPA minimum of 3.0 (or equivalent) in accounting courses and overall
Involvement in on-campus, off-campus or community activities
Provide one letter of recommendation on letterhead from a CPA, mentor, professor, or direct supervisor
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AMOUNT AND DURATION OF SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships of $5,000 will be awarded to juniors, seniors, and fifth-year students
Scholarships of up to $10,000 will be awarded to master’s and PhD students
Scholarships are non-renewable and are for tuition only
Scholarships are paid directly to the accredited college or university listed on application
Scholarships are awarded only to individuals attending an accredited college or university in Washington State
The student is solely responsible for ensuring that the monies can be used for the semester/quarter/year granted
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Unofficial transcripts from the college or university you currently attend and any that you attended previously
The email address of a CPA, mentor, professor, or direct supervisor who will provide a reference for you
Current résumé that includes any internships (paid or unpaid), jobs, awards, volunteer positions or leadership roles on campus or in the community
Three essays of 500 words or fewer. Find the questions in the scholarship application.
Be accepted to a master’s degree program by the time of the application deadline
Majoring in accounting or finance.
Candidates must have a minimum cumulative college grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent.
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Scholarship candidates will be reviewed on leadership, character, communication skills, scholastic average and financial need. Scholarships will be awarded on the condition that the candidate has earned a minimum of 120 credit hours and is accepted in a master’s degree program. If selected, candidate will be required to provide proof of acceptance into graduate school and contact information for the financial aid office.