CPA Exam Scholarship (Exam Fee Reimbursement)

Funder: MACPA Foundation (Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants)

Geographic Scope: Maryland

Focus Area: Financial assistance for CPA Exam fee costs

The MACPA Foundation offers CPA Exam fee reimbursement scholarships to eligible applicants who are working toward becoming a CPA. Applicants can apply after completing each exam section (not required to complete all four parts before applying). Awards are distributed on a rolling basis throughout the year until the yearly limit is reached.

Award Information

• Amount: Up to $1,000 reimbursement per applicant for CPA Exam fees
• Frequency: Available year-round while funds are available
• Application Timeline: Applicants can apply after each exam section is booked; completion of all four parts is not required

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria:

• Be a Maryland resident
• Be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
• Be a MACPA student or candidate member (www.macpa.org/join)
• Have NOT already completed all four parts of the exam (may have completed up to three parts)
• Be planning to pursue CPA licensure but not currently be a CPA
• Have NOT received financial assistance from an employer in the form of payments/reimbursements of exam fees

Special Considerations

• If applicants become ineligible or no longer wish to be reimbursed, they are requested to notify MACPA as soon as possible so another candidate can receive assistance
• Reimbursement is provided upon submission of CPA Exam receipt

Contact Information

For questions: Lauren McDonough, Director, Member Engagement

• Email: lauren@macpa.org
• Phone: 443.632.2328

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Ensure Eligibility: Confirm you meet all eligibility criteria before applying
2. Access Application: Visit the CPA Exam Scholarship application form
3. Complete Personal Information: Enter required personal details
4. Acknowledge Terms: Confirm all eligibility statements by checking required boxes
5. Upload Documentation: Upload your CPA Exam receipt for reimbursement
6. Submit Application: Submit completed application

Application Timeline

• Availability: Open year-round while funding is available
• Application Frequency: Applicants can apply after completing each section
• Processing: Based on eligibility criteria until yearly limit is reached

Required Information

• First Name (required)
• Last Name (required)
• Email (required)
• Address (required)
• City (required)
• State (required)
• Zip Code (required)

Eligibility Confirmation Checkboxes (Required)

Applicants must acknowledge by checking all of the following:

• [ ] I am a Maryland resident
• [ ] I am a U.S. citizen/Lawful Permanent Resident
• [ ] I am a MACPA student or candidate member; www.macpa.org/join
• [ ] I have NOT already completed all four parts of the exam (may have completed up to three parts)
• [ ] I am planning to pursue CPA licensure in Maryland but not currently be a CPA; and have not received financial assistance from an employer in the form of payments/reimbursements of exam fees
• [ ] I would like to be considered for the Universal CPA Review Scholarship as well (optional)

Required Materials

• CPA Exam Receipt: Must upload proof of exam booking/fee payment for the specific section(s) being reimbursed

Application URL

Application submitted through: https://macpa.org/student-resources/scholarships