A free annual on-campus competition hosted by Southern Illinois University's School of Accountancy in Carbondale for high school and community college students. Students answer 50 multiple choice and true-false questions on accounting fundamentals in two divisions, then compete in four-person team challenges. Top individual scorers can earn scholarships worth up to $500 if they attend SIU and major in accounting, and winning teams and their schools receive trophies.
Offered by Southern Illinois University School of Accountancy. Competition for high school students in Carbondale, Illinois, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: 2027-01-27.
Fields: Business
Info checked October 2026.
The deadline is January 27, 2027.
Yes. Annual Accounting Challenge is free to take part in.
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Carbondale, Illinois. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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