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Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program

Offered by Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

Reviewed by Lisa FreedlandLast updated Jun 2, 2023
Multiple awards worth up to

$10,000

Grade level

College Sophomore & Graduate Student

Application deadline:

February 5, 2024

Scholarship Overview

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, or finance? If so, you might be interested in the Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program! The scholarship is open to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, or grad students studying a fraud-related discipline. The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), the world’s largest anti-fraud organization, offers the scholarship. It was named after Larry Jennings and Tracy Ritchie, two former ACFE members who were dedicated to “deterring fraud and other white-collar crime.” 

If you are also passionate about fighting fraud, we encourage you to apply for the Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program! Recipients can earn up to $10,000 to go towards their postsecondary education costs. Additionally, recipients earn a full year of ACFE membership. 

Eligibility information

The scholarship is open to full-time students pursuing degrees in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, finance, or other fraud-related disciplines. Applicants must also meet the below eligibility requirements.

Grade Level

College Sophomore & Graduate Student

Academic Interest

Criminal Justice, Business, Accounting, Finance

Application information

To apply for this scholarship, students must submit an online application and the below application materials.

Essay

Academic transcript

Letters of Recommendation

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Scholarship FAQ

When will the winner of this scholarship be announced?

The Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program winner will be announced: April 19, 2024.

Who should I contact with any questions about this scholarship?

For any questions regarding this scholarship application, please contact Association of Certified Fraud Examiners at [email protected].

Where can I find help writing my scholarship essay?

For help writing the essay component of this scholarship application, check out our guides How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay and How to Start a Scholarship Essay (With Examples).
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