Scholarships

Scholarships for Finance Students

Earning a Finance degree can lead to a variety of jobs in public and private organizations. Job opportunities include budget analyst, financial advisor, investment banker, loan officer, money market manager, and real estate professional. Because this profession is expected to grow at a very fast rate within the next ten years, students who achieve a degree in finance will most likely be in demand.

College and Universites

The first place to look for scholarships is the financial aid office of the college you are attending or planning on attending. They have a list of specific scholarships for finance students. I would also check the scholarships available for Business Students because finance students are also business students.

Professional Groups

Another very important place to look is professional groups or associations. These organizations purpose is to support and guide people who work and want to work in this field. Here are some national professional associations that are currently offering scholarships:

Regional Groups

National associations aren't the only organizations offering finance scholarships. There are also a number of regional associations and local affiliates that hand out awards to deserving applicants. In fact, starting locally may increase your chances of winning quality scholarships.

You can locate regional associations and local affiliates that offer finance scholarships by searching the net and by contacting your local Chamber of Commerce. You can also get leads from your local high schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions.

Public and Private Companies

Ford Motor Company - American Indian College Fund Tribal Scholarship

Minority Finance Scholarships:

For a list of general minority scholarship, please visit our minority scholarship sectionMinorities in Government Finance Scholarship

QFOA offers a $5000 scholarship award to an upper-division undergraduate or graduate student of public admin, (governmental) accounting, finance, political science, economics, or business administration (with specific focus on govt or nonprofit mgmt). Purpose is to recognize outstanding performance by minority students preparing for careers in state & local govt finance. For more information, please visit http://www.gfoa.org/

Graduate Finance Scholarships

Other Finance Resources

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