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The 51±¬ÁÏÍø School of Business is proud to offer multiple funding opportunities to support students’ access to a graduate degree in business taxation. We encourage all applicants to review and discuss these options with our program admissions representative, Ally Dotzman.

SCHOLARSHIPS & FELLOWSHIPS

Merit Scholarships
The 51±¬ÁÏÍø School of Business offers merit scholarships to accomplished students who excel academically and professionally. Award amounts vary.

• Eligibility: All admitted students are automatically considered.
• Application Process: Most merit scholarships are awarded upon admission. Admitted students who do not receive a merit scholarship with the offer of admission can request consideration by submitting the Scholarship Request Form on their Application Status Page.
• Criteria: Awards are based on a comprehensive and holistic application review, including coursework rigor, undergraduate academic performance, and professional and extracurricular involvement.
• Notification: Candidates typically receive notification of their award within 1-2 weeks of form submission.

51±¬ÁÏÍø School of Business Assistantship Program
This assistantship allows MBT students full-time study with paid research experience, offering a 50% tuition discount and a living stipend.

• Eligibility: All admitted MBT applicants are eligible.
• Application Process: Complete the MBT Fellowship Application.
• Criteria: Applicants should possess a strong academic background and have an interest in research.
• Notification: Timing varies based on availability, as positions are limited.

Deloitte Scholarship & Tuition Scholar Program
This program supports diversity and inclusion within 51±¬ÁÏÍø’s MBT program and offers full tuition coverage.  Through a generous gift from Deloitte, half of the tuition award is funded from the Deloitte Scholarship Program with the remaining funding provided by the 51±¬ÁÏÍø School of Business. This award does not include a living stipend.

• Eligibility: All  admitted MBT applicants who do not have a current or pending employment conflict with Deloitte may apply.
• Application Process: Candidates should apply through the Deloitte Scholarship & Tuition Scholar Program form on the Application Status Page after they have been admitted to the MBT program.
• Criteria: Applicants are evaluated based on an essay demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a willingness to contribute to these initiatives at 51±¬ÁÏÍø and in the accounting profession.
• Notification: Timing varies based on availability, as positions are limited.

KPMG U.S. Foundation, Inc., Scholarship for Underrepresented Minority Students
This scholarship is awarded to students traditionally underrepresented in the accounting services profession. Each scholarship is $15,000 and will be awarded for one academic year.

• Eligibility: All admitted MBT applicants who do not have a current or pending employment conflict with KPMG.
• Application Process: Eligible candidates should contact Ally Dotzman, Director of Admissions, to be considered.
• Criteria: Awards are based on a comprehensive and holistic application review.
• Notification: Candidates typically receive notification of their award within 1-2 weeks of indicated interest. Scholarships are limited and may be unavailable as the application deadline nears.

PwC Scholarship Fund
The PwC Scholarship Fund supports students with demonstrated need in the MAC or MBT programs who completed their undergraduate degree through the 51±¬ÁÏÍø College of Professional Studies (CPS). Award amounts vary.

• Eligibility: Students in the MAC or MBT programs who completed their undergraduate degree through CPS.
• Application Process: Graduates of the CPS who apply and are admitted to the MAC or MBT program are automatically considered.
• Criteria: Must have completed or are pursuing the undergraduate degree at CPS and have demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to CPS undergraduates who have previously attended a community college.
• Notification: Recipients typically receive notification within 1-2 weeks of program acceptance.

EXTERNAL SCHOLARSHIPS & FUNDING SUPPORT

Explore external opportunities to fund your MBT degree at 51±¬ÁÏÍø:

Designed to support students aligned with KPMG’s values, offering up to $40,000 towards tuition.

FINANCIAL AID

Information regarding financial assistance available to graduate students may be obtained from the 51±¬ÁÏÍø Office of Financial Assistance.

GRADUATE STUDENT FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

51±¬ÁÏÍø offers additional opportunities to graduate students to receive funding support while pursuing their degree.