The Johnson O'Connor Feron & Carrucci Scholarship honors the distinguished careers of retiring partners Richard O'Connor, CPA, and Jack Carucci, CPA. Established in recognition of their dedication to the accounting profession, this scholarship supports aspiring CPAs who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to the field. Applicants for the MassCPAs Scholarship Program must attend a college or university in Massachusetts or attend a college or university out-of-state with a permanent address in Massachusetts and be enrolled in at least 9 credits during the Summer 2026 semester or Fall 2026 semester. Applicants must be a rising college sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student. A recommendation from an accounting professor, academic advisor, job supervisor, or mentor is required. Applicants must also submit a written essay or a video in which they describe what has shaped their decision to pursue a career in accounting. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Educational Foundation of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants for more information.