Charles River Associates Now Accepting Applications for 2026 All-Access Scholarship

The global consulting firm Charles River Associates (CRA) has announced the opening of applications for its CRA All-Access Scholarship, a talent development program supporting students pursuing degrees in Business, Economics, or STEM.

Originally launched in 2023 in the US as part of CRA’s All-Access Initiative, the scholarship expanded in 2024 to include students in the United Kingdom, broadening access to students pursuing careers in business, economics, and STEM disciplines. To date, CRA has awarded $180,000 in scholarships to 36 recipients.

To be eligible, applicants must be full-time students enrolled at an accredited university in the United States or the United Kingdom, completing their sophomore year or penultimate year, respectively. They must major in Business, Economics, or a STEM field and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 (U.S.) or 2:1 (U.K.). Ideal candidates demonstrate exceptional academic performance, leadership qualities, a commitment to community service, and financial need.

“CRA created the All-Access Scholarship to help expand educational opportunity for students pursuing careers in Business, Economics or STEM. We are proud to support talented individuals who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to their communities,” said Raquel Tamez, CRA’s Chief Inclusion & Engagement Officer. “As the program continues to grow in both the United States and the United Kingdom, we look forward to continuing to invest in students whose ideas and ambition will shape the future of these fields.”

Applications for the 2026–27 CRA All-Access Scholarship are open now and will be accepted through April 27, 2026. Students can learn more about eligibility requirements and apply at crai.com/cra-all-access-scholarship.