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The Hyatt Hotels Fund For Minority
Lodging Management Students

Scholarships, fund raising, research grants and more


Overview

Hyatt Hotels

In 1988, Hyatt established this fund to provide financial aid to minority students pursing a degree in hotel management. Over the years, Hyatt has continued its investment to permanently endow the fund, currently valued at more than $800,000. Since 1988, approximately 217 minority students have received nearly $434,000 through this scholarship. The Hyatt Scholarship is a national competition among minority students enrolled in baccalaureate hospitality management programs.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Enrolled in at least 12 credit hours for upcoming fall and spring semesters, or just the Fall semester if graduating this December.
  • At least a sophomore in a four-year program
  • The competition is open to minority students: African-American, Hispanic, American Indian or Alaskan Native, and Asian or Pacific Islander.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident.

Scholarship Awards
Scholarship winners receive a $2,000 award and plaque. In 2006, a total of 18 scholarships were awarded.

Application Process
Hyatt Scholarships are Self Nominated which means students do not have to attending particular school or be nominated by their respective schools. Applicants must complete all sections of the AH&LEF Scholarship Application including Appendix A.

Recent Recipients
View list of 2007 Hyatt Scholarship recipients.


Testimonials

"It has been extremely difficult for me to focus on my studies while having to maintain a job in order to finance my education. I am thankful that this year I can spend most of my time on my studies and extracurricular activities, such as my role as president of my school's NSMH chapter. "

Renee C. Hunter
Howard University
2007 Hyatt Hotels for Minority Lodging Students Scholar
2007 Rama Scholar for the American Dream

Renee C. Hunter


More Information

AH&LEF Scholarship Programs Download our Scholarship Programs brochure and application  PDF file - Requires Adobe Acrobat to view for complete descriptions of our scholarships or go directly to each scholarship listed on this page.

Contact Information
Questions and correspondence should be submitted to:
Phone: (202) 289-3188
Fax: (202) 289-3199
E-mail: chammond@ahlef.org
Mailing Address:
American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation
1201 New York Avenue, N.W.
Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005-3931

2007 Scholarship Recipients
View a complete list of students  PDF file - Requires Adobe Acrobat to view who have been awarded scholarships.

Other Scholarship Resources
Check out www.fastweb.com which provides free student resources including scholarships, colleges searches, as well as tips on internships, and jobs.

List of AH&LA member hospitality schools.

National Restaurant Association's Educational Foundation Culinary and Restaurant Management Scholarships

National Tourism Foundation Scholarships for travel and tourism majors.

Member of the National Scholarship Providers Association
National Scholarship Providers Association

Internship Resources
Peterson's Internship
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