Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program

The Costello College of Business at George Mason University, in partnership with the Deloitte Foundation, offers a limited number of full scholarships to select students pursuing the Costello master’s in accounting for the for the 2025-26 academic year. This scholarship covers 100% of tuition and academic fees (excluding books and living expenses).

Who Should Apply

George Mason University welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or other legally protected statuses who:

• Understand the unique challenges faced by underrepresented groups in public accounting, including first-generation college students and those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Are passionate about a career in public accounting or taxation and motivated to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Eligibility

Students must apply by the Priority Deadline and must meet the following criteria:

• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in the United States.
• Demonstrate a strong academic track record with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Meet the admission standards for the Master of Accounting program at the Costello College of Business
• Selected recipients must: Enroll in the Costello master’s in accounting program in August 2025 or January 2026 and complete the program no later than the end of the 2025-26 academic year.
• Have the ability to reside in the U.S. and the intention to pursue career opportunities in the U.S. after graduating. Limited to US Citizens and permanent residents.

About The Deloitte Foundation

The Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program aims to:

• Help students meet the 150-credithour requirement for CPA eligibility.
• Support a diverse student population.
• Expand the pipeline of talent entering the CPA profession

How to Apply

1. Go to business.gmu.edu/gradapp and apply to the master’s in accounting program.
2. Submit the supplemental essay as part of your application for admission.
3. In the supplemental essay, please address the following question: What makes you a strong candidate for the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholars Program?
4. In your response, include:
   1. how you meet the scholarship’s eligibility requirements.
   2. your commitment to becoming a CPA.
   3. your demonstrated appreciation of challenges faced by members of demographic groups that are disproportionately underrepresented in the field of public accountancy in comparison to the general population.