Academic Scholarships are for students studying a hospitality-related degree granting curriculum at a US college or university. The deadline date for consideration of a 2010 academic scholarship has passed– it was May 1st. Winners will be announced in mid July. Applications submitted between May 2 and December 31 will not be reviewed. Applications for the 2011 academic year will be accepted January 1 – May 1, 2011.

Professional Development Scholarships are open to full-time hotel employees seeking to take distance learning through AH&LA's Educational Institute or apply for professional certification. Applicantions are accepted throughout the year and reviewed quarterly – Jan. 1, April 1, July 1, and Oct. 1.

Contact Michelle Poinelli at (202) 289-3181 / mpoinelli@ahlef.org or Christa Boatman at (202) 289-3139 / cboatman@ahlef.org.