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Jeffrey L. Esser Career Development Scholarship

Jeffrey L. Esser Career Development Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Styudents

Max Award Amount:

$15,000

Application Deadline:

30/12/2023
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About This Scholarship

Scholarship for Career Development by Jeffrey L. Esser: $5,000 to $15,000. The Jeffrey L. Esser Career Development Scholarship, offered by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), is designed to help public finance professionals who have worked for at least three years for one or more state or local governments progress their careers.

Part-time undergraduate students pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in public administration, (governmental) accounting, finance, or business administration (with an emphasis on government specifically) are eligible for the scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria For Jeffrey L. Esser Career Development Scholarship

Here are some common eligibility criteria that you may come across:

  • Field of Study: Scholarships in finance-related fields typically require applicants to be pursuing a degree or career in areas such as Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration with a finance concentration, or a related field.
  • Academic Performance: Many scholarships consider academic achievements as a criterion. Applicants may need to maintain a certain GPA or meet specific academic standards.
  • School or Program: Some scholarships may be limited to students enrolled in a specific school, college, or finance-related program. This could include scholarships offered by specific universities, business schools, or financial institutions.
  • Financial Need: Some scholarships consider the financial need of applicants. This can involve submitting financial information, such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or other financial aid documents.
  • Leadership and Extracurricular Involvement: Scholarships often value applicants who have demonstrated leadership skills or involvement in extracurricular activities related to finance or business. This can include participation in finance or investment clubs, internships, relevant competitions, or community service initiatives.
  • Personal Statement/Essay: Scholarships frequently require applicants to write a personal statement or essay discussing their interest in finance, their career goals, relevant experiences, and how the scholarship would contribute to their educational and professional development.
  • Letters of Recommendation: Some scholarships may request letters of recommendation from teachers, professors, or professionals who can speak to the applicant’s qualifications, potential, and dedication to the field of finance.

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