Accountancy Student Resources

Scholarships

Because of the continued support and contributions from our wonderful accounting partners, we are able to fund scholarships for students at our annual Honor's Banquet.

The School of Accountancy awards over $200,000 in scholarships each year and students have access to even more scholarships through outside professional organizations. See all the open scholarship applications below.

• KSU SOA Scholarships

At KSU, our students come first. You asked for an easy, straightforward and mobile-friendly way to apply for scholarships – and we delivered. KSU has launched an easy, mobile and personalized process that makes finding and applying for scholarships easier than ever. When you’re ready to find scholarships, our scholarship finder will match you to your best fit opportunities! 

Deadline: November 1st - March 1st

• The Educational Foundation of The Georgia Society of CPAs

The Educational Foundation of The Georgia Society of CPAs, Inc. sponsors scholarship programs that provide financial support to accounting majors and those with a concentration in accounting. Students who meet the eligibility requirements listed below are encouraged to apply. All scholarships awarded are to be used for the following school year.

Deadline: November 1st – February 1st

• The National Society of Accountants Foundation.

The NSA Foundation provides financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate accounting students across the country. Scholarships are awarded based on scholastic achievement, demonstrated leadership ability, and financial need.

Students who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply.

Deadline: January 15th – May 1^st

• Center for Student Success
• Tutoring
• Academic Advising
• Student Conduct and Academic Integrity
• DCPD - Career and Internship Advising
• DCPD - Career Resources
• Key Resources by Academic Year

Carr, Riggs, and Ingram CPAs and Advisors sponsors the School of Accountancy BUSA 3150 and 4150 Professionalism course for our Accounting students.

Need career tips on how to be successful in the accounting recruitment process or landing that next internship or full-time job offer? Check out Career Conversations!

Accounting is the language of business.

• Public Accounting
• Corporate Accounting
• Government
• Non-Profit
• Faculty
• And More...

Discover your Pathway

• Accounting Resumes
  • Resume Example
  • Resume Example Notes
• Workshops and Events
• Dress for Success – Do you know what business casual and business professional dress means? See this guide to get to know how to Dress for your Success.
• Research the Firms – Get to know our Partners before the fair.
• Handshake and LinkedIn

• Georgia Society of CPAs Student Membership – A Georgia Society of CPAs Student Membership is a great resume builder, a way to connect with the profession, and provides you great content for interviews to prove you know what is happening in the Georgia Accounting world. The one-time fee grants you access as a student member for one year after graduation. Join the Georgia Society of CPAs Student Membership today!
• AICPA Student Membership
• IIA Student Membership
• TEI Student Membership
• ACFE Student Membership

How to find them?

• Employer Websites
• Handshake – Handshake is an online career opportunities platform used by many universities across the country. KSU’s Handshake board is the central way that employers can advertise events and positions directly to students and alumni. Find your next job or internship here.

How to get an internship?

• Networking
• Get Involved – Student Organizations and Professional Organizations.
• Perfect your Resume
• Strengthen Your Interview Skills
• Summer Leadership Programs

During an internship

• Be Professional
• Communication

Post internship

• Stay connected

More Resources

Putting letters behind your name is very important in the accounting profession. Find a certification that best fits your career goals.

• Get Certified – This website will give you information on all the certifications. The “gold standard” is Certified Public Accountant (CPA). There are over half a million licensed CPAs in the United States. The CPA credential is the most recognized and broad certification you can earn. CPA is only one of the many options. Visit Get Certified to find one that is a good fit for you.
  
  
• Internal Auditing Academic Alliance Certificate – The Internal Auditing Academic Alliance was developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) to meet the growing demand for internal audit education at colleges and universities. Kennesaw State University School of Accountancy as an IIA “Center of Excellence” program, facilitates students the opportunity to earn an Internal Audit Academic Alliance Certificate for completing a specified set of courses. Visit IIA Academic Alliance Certificate to learn more.
  
  
• Becker CPA and CMA Prep – Kennesaw State School of Accountancy has partnered with Becker CPA to provide you with Becker's All Access package at a discounted rate to prepare for the CPA and CMA exams. Students can use Becker's self-study, live online classes, live in classroom classes, digital and print textbooks, digital flash cards and access to CPA or CMA exam success coaches.

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