Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship
Goes By: Minorities in Government
Fellowship Website
The Government Finance Officers Association provides $6,000 to an upper-division undergraduate or graduate student of public administration, (governmental) accounting, finance, political science, economics, or business administration (with a specific focus on government or nonprofit management) to recognize outstanding performance by minority students preparing for careers in state and local government finance. This scholarship is funded by Tyler Technologies.
Applicants must belong to one of the following groups (as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau): Black or African American, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latino.
Award Value
$10,000 available to minority students preparing for careers in state and local government finance.
Eligibility Requirements
| Requirements | Details |
|---|---|
| Year(s) of Application | Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Masters |
Minimum Grade Point Average |
3.3 |
Citizenship |
US Citizen, Permanent Resident |
| Campus Nomination Required | No |
| Year of Study Funded | Junior, Senior, Masters |
| Academic Areas: | Social Sciences, Business |
| Areas of Interest: | Underrepresented populations |
| Language Funding | No |
| Location | Domestic |
Be sure to consult the competition website for complete eligibility and competition requirements.
Deadlines
Minorities in Government Electronic Deadline
Friday, January 18, 2019
Last updated: January 19, 2018