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This scholarship is funded by the Seattle Chapter of the American Society of Women Accountants for women who are enrolled in an accounting program at an accredited school in the State of Washington.
Scholarship recipients will be awarded up to $2,000 to pursue a degree in accounting. Upon satisfactory completion of course requirements (12 hours each term), awards may be renewed up to $2,000 for one additional year.
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Process |
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Complete page 1 of the application form and all attachments as outlined on page 2 |
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Applicants may be contacted to participate in a personal interview or conference call. |
Selection Criteria |
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Commitment to the goal of pursuing a degree in accounting, including evidence of continued commitment after receiving the award; |
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Aptitude for
accounting and business; |
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Clear evidence that
the candidate has established goals and a plan for achieving
those goals, both personal and professional; |
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Financial need. |
Responsibilities of Recipients |
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The scholarship
recipient must provide proof of academic progress at the end of
each semester or term. |
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The recipient must
also provide a yearly written update for the committee on her
progress toward her personal and professional goals, and the
impact of the scholarship on her life. |
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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
May 1.
Scholarship recipients will be selected by June 30.
If you have questions or need further information, please contact Cynthia Hires at
(610) 407-9229.
Return completed application with all attachments to:
Ms. Cynthia Hires
Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting
P. O. Box 1925
Southeastern, PA 19399-1925
FAX: (610) 407-0290
PLEASE NOTE:
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
To assist us in our review process, please do not bind your completed application.
For
more information about EFWA Scholarships,
visit our Frequently Asked Questions
page.
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