Opportunities and Recognition That Last a Lifetime
Business Professionals of America is proud to partner with organizations in an effort to award various scholarships and awards to students each year.
For many years, the generous support received by partners and donors has helped to make BPA students' goals of pursuing higher education a reality for both Secondary and Post-secondary level members.
To learn about and apply for the scholarship opportunities available to members of Business Professionals of America, please access the appropriate division scholarship application below. Completion of the scholarship application allows students to become eligible for the following scholarships:
Available Scholarships
AICPA Foundation BPA Student Scholarship
The AICPA Foundation BPA Student Scholarship will be awarded to two currently active BPA member high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited two or four-year college or university and intend to major in accounting. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
BPA Innovation Scholarship
The BPA Innovation Schloarship is sponsored by BPA’s executive director and elaborates the creativity, leadership, and forward-thinking spirit of BPA members. It is designed to recognize students who go beyond expectations—those who embrace innovation to solve challenges, elevate their chapters, and amplify BPA’s impact in their schools and communities. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Executive Council Scholarships
The Executive Council Scholarships are awarded to outstanding secondary and postsecondary members who exemplify the core values of leadership, service, and extraordinary involvement in BPA. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Student of the Year Awards & Scholarships
The BPA Student of the Year Awards & Scholarships are presented to secondary and postsecondary members who demonstrate distinguished service to and involvement in BPA. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
National Technical Honor Society Scholarships
The National Technical Honor Society Scholarships are awarded to outstanding Business Professionals of America members in either the Secondary or Post-secondary Divisions. This year we will award three (3) $1,000 scholarships. These scholarships are based on academic success, involvement within BPA and membership in the NTHS. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
NRF Foundation Scholarship
The NRF Foundation Scholarships are awarded to two currently active BPA members who have a career interest in retail. Priority given to members who are currently employed with a retailer. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
NRF Foundation RISE UP Scholarship
The NRF Foundation RISE UP Scholarships are awarded to two currently active BPA members who have earned (or are earning) a RISE Up credential. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Raising Cane's Scholarship
Raising Cane's Scholarships are awarded to five current BPA members who are associates and/or who has an interest in the restaurant, food industry. Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Awards and Recognition
Every year, Business Professionals of America offers our students and members opportunities for recognition on a national level during our National Leadership Conference. Awards offered to students include:
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