MICHELE L. McDONALD SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by the Albuquerque chapter of the American Society of Women Accountants in memory of one of their members. It was transferred to EFWA in 2006 to be administered through its scholarship program.

Individuals eligible for this award will be women who are returning to college from the work force or after raising children. Scholarship recipients will be awarded $1,000 to begin their studies in pursuit of a college degree in Accounting.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Complete page 1 of the application form and all attachments as outlined on page 2.
• Applicants may be contacted to participate in a personal interview or conference call.

• Commitment to the goal of pursuing a degree in accounting, including evidence of continued commitment after receiving the award
• Aptitude for accounting and business
• Clear evidence that the candidate has established goals and a plan for achieving those goals, both personal and professional
• Financial need
• Demonstration of how the scholarship will impact her life.

• The scholarship recipient must provide proof of academic progress at the end of each semester or term.
• The recipient must provide a written update for the committee at the end of her scholarship year on her progress toward her personal and professional goals, and the impact of the scholarship on her life.
• Finally, the recipient should prepare for the possibility of appearances at regional and national accounting conferences where she might be asked to make a presentation.

Applications must be postmarked by April 30. Scholarship recipients will be selected by June 30.

Scholarship Application (PDF)
Scholarship Application (Word)

If you have questions or need further information, please contact us at 937-424-3391 or info@efwa.org.

Please return completed application materials to:
Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting
136 South Keowee Street
Dayton, Ohio 45402-2241
FAX: 937-222-5794

PLEASE NOTE
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
To assist us in our review process, please do not bind your completed application.