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Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 26, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers two doctoral scholarships of $10,000 each for CPA members pursuing doctoral studies. It supports research in accounting, finance, taxation, management, sustainability, and related technology fields, with applications reviewed on academic excellence, research quality, and teaching potential.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 26, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Doctoral studies in accounting, finance, taxation, management, sustainability, or related information technology fields.
- Research projects contributing to accounting knowledge and CPA education.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Scholarship application presentation.
- University transcripts for master’s and doctoral studies.
- Work experience document related to the application.
- Two evaluation forms and recommendation letters.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- CPA members in good standing.
- CPA members pursuing doctoral studies.
Who is not eligible
- CPA members who are not in good standing.
- CPA members under investigation by the syndic’s office.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Outside Quebec
Selection criteria
- Academic excellence, including grades, study progress, and doctoral readiness.
- Potential for university teaching and research, with benefits for Quebec.
- Quality and interest of the research project.
- Clarity of objectives, sound methodology, originality, and contribution to knowledge.
- Relevance of the project to CPA education and training.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill out the scholarship application form.
- Prepare the application presentation and supporting documents.
- Step 2: Assemble the file
- Include transcripts, work experience details, and evaluation forms with recommendation letters.
- Add any required proof related to submitted or accepted articles, if applicable.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the complete application file to the Foundation before the deadline.
- Ensure all documents are included, as incomplete or late files are rejected.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Foundation against the program rules and evaluation criteria.
- Incomplete or late applications are automatically rejected.
- Decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
- Approved scholarships are paid after Board approval of the recipient list.
Additional information
- Applicants may apply more than once.
- Previous scholarship holders may remain eligible if their doctoral studies are not yet completed.
- The scholarship is taxable.
- The Foundation’s decisions are final and there is no review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Doctoral scholarships Program
What is the Doctoral scholarships?
This program offers two doctoral scholarships of $10,000 each for CPA members pursuing doctoral studies. It supports research in accounting, finance, taxation, management, sustainability, and related technology fields, with applications reviewed on academic excellence, research quality, and teaching potential.
How much funding can be received?
Doctoral scholarships Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Doctoral scholarships program?
To be eligible for the Doctoral scholarships program, you must:
CPA member in good standing
Doctoral studies in an eligible field
Complete application before deadline
What expenses are eligible under Doctoral scholarships?
Doctoral studies in accounting, finance, taxation, management, sustainability, or related information technology fields.
Research projects contributing to accounting knowledge and CPA education.
Where is the Doctoral scholarships available?
The Doctoral scholarships program is available across Canada.
Is the Doctoral scholarships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Doctoral scholarships is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Doctoral scholarships?
Doctoral scholarships is funded by CPA Foundation (CPA)