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Here’s an organized list of business and finance-related scholarships & grants you can pursue for both the Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters while attending Kean University (Union, New Jersey) as an undergraduate student majoring in business/finance. We have grouped them into Kean University Scholarships & Grants-specific awards and external scholarship opportunities with websites and general contact information where available — so you can start applying right away. Subscribe to any email newsletter for updates on applying and deadlines.
Office of Scholarship Services – Central hub for all Kean scholarships including Kean University Foundation Scholarships and Merit Scholarships.
👉 Website: https://www.kean.edu/offices/office-scholarship-services
📧 Email: scholarships@kean.edu
📞 Phone: 908-737-3270 / 908-737-0400
Main Kean scholarship portal and office:
Scholarship Services (Kean University Foundation): central hub for institutional scholarships and application portal.
Website: https://www.keanfoundation.org/foundation/scholarship-services
General scholarship search page: https://kean.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com/Scholarships/Search
Action step: once admitted or enrolled, create or log into your Kean scholarship account, filter by “College of Business and Public Management,” and apply to all business/finance awards you qualify for.
Scholarships specific to Business & Finance majors:
These are typically awarded through the Kean Foundation or School/College competitive processes. Criteria often include GPA thresholds and demonstrated financial need.
Read more at https://www.kean.edu/offices/financial-aid/scholarship-services/college-business-and-public-management-scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Abner and Norma Benisch Endowed Scholarship | Business or Education majors, strong involvement | 3.25+ GPA suggested (Kean University) |
| Barbara Ann Kloss ’76 Annual Scholarship | Business Administration majors | Minimum 3.0 GPA (Kean University) |
| David A. Kirpan Annual Scholarship for Business & Entrepreneurship | NJ residents, business majors | 3.25+ GPA + financial need (Kean University) |
| Northfield Bank Foundation Annual Scholarship | Business & finance-related majors | NJ/NY residency required (Kean University) |
| Salvador Garcia Annual Memorial Scholarship | Accounting, finance, marketing majors | 3.0+ GPA + financial need (Kean University) |
| Tyronne Webb Jr. Annual Scholarship | Rising juniors/seniors | 3.0+ GPA + need (Kean University) |
| Many more College of Business and Public Management awards | Varies | Full list on Kean website (Kean University) |
Application Tip: Many of Kean’s Foundation scholarships use a common application that opens every year (often October–March) — so apply early. https://www.kean.edu/sites/default/files/2024-11/Financial-Aid-FactSheet_2024-25_v12_web.pdf
These are available nationwide and not specific to Kean — meaning you can apply while enrolled there.
Before applying individually below, use these platforms to find more options tailored to your profile (major, GPA, background, etc.):
Scholly – Personalized scholarship match tool. https://myscholly.com/
Scholarships.com – Business and finance scholarship listings. https://www.scholarships.com
Fastweb – Scholarship search database. https://www.fastweb.com
Bold.org – Curated business scholarship opportunities. https://bold.org
Here are specific awards (with approximate deadlines in 2026 where applicable):
| Scholarship | Typical Award | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship | ~$50,000 | General (business majors can apply) (Sallie) |
| Niche $25,000 “No Essay” Scholarship | ~$25,000 | General (business majors eligible) (Sallie) |
| Women in Finance Scholarship | ~$20,000 | For finance majors identifying as women (College Raptor) |
| AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students | ~$10,000 | Focused on accounting (closely related to finance) (Scholarships) |
| RMA Foundation Scholarship | ~$15,000 | Risk management and finance interest (Scholarships) |
| New York Financial Writers’ Assoc Scholarship | ~$2,500 | Journalism / finance writing (Scholarships) |
| Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award | ~$10,000 | Based on leadership efforts and business interest (Scholarships) |
| ISNA Amana Mutual Funds Scholarship | ~$10,000 | Business/finance majors (varied criteria) (Scholarships) |
🔹 Important: Application deadlines often occur throughout the year (some early in spring) — so track them carefully.
Pell Grant – Need-based federal grant awarded via FAFSA. Award amount depends on income and enrollment status.
👉 Apply through FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov
NJ State Aid (HESAA) – New Jersey students may qualify for additional grants through the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority — typically via FAFSA or separate NJ state aid application.
👉 HESAA site: https://www.hesaa.org
⚠️ Pro Tip: Always complete the FAFSA annually (priority deadlines, e.g., March 1 for 2026-27 at Kean) to maximize federal and state grant eligibility.
As a Kean (NJ public) student, you should maximize NJ state aid in addition to federal Pell.
Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)
For NJ residents enrolled full‑time at approved NJ institutions in 2025–2026.
Award range roughly $2,000–$14,000+ $2,000–$14,000+ per academic year depending on need and school.
Administered by NJ Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA).
How to apply:
File FAFSA or NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application by state deadlines for 2025–2026 and 2026–2027.
Check deadlines: https://www.hesaa.org/Pages/StateDeadlinesNextAY.aspx
IV. Accounting scholarships for college and high school students - Deadlines are usually early Janauary
The NJCPA Scholarship Fund supports more than 60 students each year. Scholarship recipients share a vision for achieving in the accounting profession as a CPA. Are you an academic achiever? If so, learn more about the program criteria and consider applying for a scholarship. Read more about applying at https://www.njcpa.org/build-career/become-a-cpa/scholarships
Many students struggle to obtain a college degree due to the rising costs of education. To address this need, the Hearthstone Scholarship Fund was established in 2009. Scholarship awards range from $500 to $5,000 and are available to low-income students who reside in a Hearthstone property or in the surrounding community. Accepting Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year 12/1/2025 - 3/31/2026. Read more or to apply at https://www.hearthstonehousing.org/scholarship
NABA (National Association of Black Accountants) Scholarships – business/finance focus
🔗 https://nabainc.org/scholarships/
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