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Scholarships 

The CFA Society of MS and the CFA Institute strive to provide access to the CFA Program to individuals from all walks of life. To accomplish this goal, both entities offer multiple types of scholarships targeting different audiences. From exam scholarships, to university scholarships, to discounted study material, there are an abundance of ways for members and non-members to take advantage of financial assistance.



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CFA Institute Scholarships 

The CFA Institute offers many scholarships for candidates interested in the CFA Program. Applicants should apply for these scholarships directly with CFAI on their site. The available scholarships include:

  • Access Scholarship - For those who may be unable to afford the full price for the CFA Program enrollment and exam registration
  • Women's Scholarship - For women who do not qualify for other CFA Institute scholarships and have not yet registered for their next exam 
  • Student Scholarship - ​For students who attend an Affiliated University
  • Professor Scholarship - For full-time college or university professors and administrators/department heads
  • Regulator Scholarship - For employees of non-profit entities that supervise the business conduct of the investment management industry
  • Media Scholarship - For employees of media organizations who distribute financial news, data, and education around the world

In addition to the above scholarships, US service members and veterans can receive tuition reimbursement for the CFA Program through the Department of Veteran's Affairs under the GI Bill. CFAI provides a detailed explanation of the reimbursement process here.







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CFA MS Scholarships 

The CFA Society of MS offers scholarships for both the CFA Program and attendance at a four year university. The details of these scholarships are currently in the works. Please check back with us for more details.



Kaplan Scholarships 

The CFA Society Mississippi  is pleased to announce a Kaplan Schweser scholarship available to CFA 2020 candidates. This scholarship is open to students enrolled at central Mississippi (and some north Louisiana) colleges and universities. Applicants must be individuals expressing intent to join the Mississippi Society or CFA Institute members who are members of CFA Society Mississippi. Earlier letters of application will improve your chances, especially for society members and candidates showing success on past exams.

To apply for the 2020 Kaplan Schweser Mississippi Society Scholarship, please send an email stating your interest info@mississippi.cfasociety.org. The early application deadline to submit your statement of intent is October 15, 2019.

The society also partners with Kaplan to offer discounted study materials. Save up to 15% on exam preparation materials by visiting Kaplan's Mississippi partner site.