Bentley University’s Master’s in Accounting Fellowship program provides recipients with a full scholarship towards a Master’s in Accounting (MSA) degree, mentorship, and customized career development support. The demand for diversity in the accounting profession is high, and this program aims to provide those groups who are underrepresented in the profession with the financial, academic, and career support to start on a rewarding career in this field.
Bentley is looking for motivated candidates to apply and join our program. College faculty and administrators, as well as industry professionals, are invited to nominate students for consideration.
Application Instructions
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Candidates interested in this fellowship program will apply directly to the MSA program through the standard Bentley Graduate Application.
Application Deadlines:
Priority Round 2 - December 15
Priority Round 3 - February 1
Fellowship Details and Requirements
100% Tuition Funding
Fellows receive full tuition remission in Bentley's one-year MSA program. Awards are specific to tuition only and do not cover housing, meals, or other types of personal expenses
Faculty Mentorship
Fellows are assigned a faculty mentor and receive assistance navigating CPA requirements and preparation, dedicated career development sessions, and cohort-based social and networking opportunities.
Corporate Mentorship
Fellows are assigned a corporate mentor from the sponsoring organization.
Career Services
Fellows receive support and guidance from Bentley's award winning Career Services office.
Eligibility and Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited College or University in the United States.
- Pursuing an undergraduate baccalaureate degree in accounting from an accredited program. Undergraduate finance or other business majors would also be eligible if selected participants can complete the Master’s in Accounting program by August 2026.
- Strong academic track record; minimum of 3.0 GPA (on 4.0 scale).
- Selected participants must have the ability to reside in the United States and the intention to pursue career opportunities in the United States after graduating from the University.
- Have an interest in pursuing a career in public accounting and obtaining their CPA in the United States, but not presently a CPA.
- Selected participants must matriculate to the University's full-time Master’s in Accounting for the duration of the 2025-2026 academic school year (June 2025 through August 2026) and complete such program by August 2026.
Foundations and Corporations Supporting MSA Fellowship
Bentley University is proud to collaborate with the Deloitte Foundation to champion diverse talent entering the CPA profession by providing a limited number of full scholarships to the Bentley University Master’s in Accounting program.
Meet Some MSA Fellows
Aidan Ignatius, MSA Fellow, Class of 2024
"The Bentley MSA fellowship program significantly enhanced both my tax and auditing capabilities allowing me to excel in any accounting role I take on. Moreover, the program gave me invaluable opportunities to meet with experienced accountants to build a strong professional network."
Darian Smith, MSA Fellow, Class of 2024
"Bentley’s MSA Fellowship program has helped introduce us to technology and programs used in the accounting profession today. Bentley’s diverse and comprehensive curriculum incorporates real-world experiences that help us learn and develop new accounting skills. The resources and guidance I received attending Bentley have helped me become a better business professional and person."
Elisandra Fontes, MSA Fellow, Class of 2024
"My experience in the fellowship at Bentley University was truly extraordinary. The program both challenged me and significantly strengthened my skills, while also providing abundant resources for my success. I am also deeply grateful for the mentors who guided me through the program, offering invaluable insights and advice preparing me for my career in one of the Big 4 firms. Ultimately, I chose Bentley University due to its renowned reputation for fostering student career development and its commitment to providing substantial financial support to further my education.”
David Gozali, MSA Fellow, Class of 2024
"I chose the Bentley MSA Fellowship program because I deeply valued its focus on real-world insights and the opportunity to connect with experienced professionals in the field. The program’s rigorous coursework, hands-on projects, and invaluable networking opportunities have made my experience both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling."
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Faculty Mentor Biography
Kerri-Ann Sanderson, Phd, CPA is an assistant professor in the Accountancy department at Bentley University. She is a former Big4 auditor and is a certified public accountant (CPA) with 10 years of experience in public accounting, internal auditing and corporate budgeting with Fortune 500 companies. Her research focus is in experimental-behavioral auditing topics specifically in the areas of auditor judgment and decision making, and internal auditing. Kerri-Ann's research is published in leading journals such as Contemporary Accounting Research, Auditing: A Journal of Practice and Theory, Behavioral Research in Accounting, and Journal of Information Systems. She serves on the editorial boards of Accounting Horizons, Current Issues in Auditing, and Journal of Information Systems. Her teaching interest is in accounting information systems. She is an AICPA Doctoral Fellow and a KPMG Foundation PhD Project Doctoral Fellow.