Location: United States.
Program Type: Scholarship.
Funding: Partially Funded.
Deadline: May 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT.
Host Organization: CLA Foundation with Scholarship America.
Study Level: Undergraduate and Graduate.
The CLA Foundation Opportunity Scholarship Program 2026 supports students in the United States who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate study in finance, accounting, business, and other emerging areas. It is a one-time scholarship opportunity that also recognizes leadership, academic strength, and community involvement.
What the Scholarship Offers
The program provides several important benefits for selected students.
✓ A one-time scholarship of $15,000.
✓ Financial support for undergraduate or graduate study at accredited institutions.
✓ Help with tuition and other education-related expenses.
✓ Possible internship opportunities with CLA affiliated offices.
✓ Up to 69 awards in total.
Who Can Apply?
To be considered, applicants must meet the listed eligibility conditions.
• Applicants must be high school seniors, graduates, undergraduate students, or graduate students in the United States.
• They must plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited college or university for the upcoming academic year.
• They must pursue a degree in a field related to CLA, such as accounting, business, or finance.
• Students in emerging areas such as computer science, data science, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, UX/UI, and related fields can also apply.
• A minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent is required.
• CLA employees, interns, and immediate family members are not eligible.
How Selection Works
Scholarship America reviews the applications, and the process is competitive. Selection is based on academic performance, leadership skills, work experience, participation in school or community activities, a statement of educational and career goals, and financial need. Selected applicants are notified in July by email.
Documents and Application Steps
Applicants need to prepare the required materials and complete the online process carefully.
• A current and complete transcript of grades
• SAT or ACT scores, if they are not already listed on the transcript
• One online recommendation form
• Electronic submission of all required documents
• Accurate and complete information in the application
The application process includes preparing the documents, filling out the online form, uploading the materials, and submitting everything before the deadline. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Deadline
The application deadline is May 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT. Applicants should submit their materials before the closing time.
