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ASTA Avis Budget Group Scholarship

Tourism Cares

The scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality related program of graduate study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States or Canada. Applicant must be a citizen (or permanent resident) of the United States or Canada and must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Must be a graduate student
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.0
  • Financial Need:
    Not Required
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Enrolled full-time or part-time at any year of graduate study
  • Residence:
    Must be permanent resident (or citizen) of the United States or Canada
  • Citizenship:
    Must be citizen (or permanent) of the United States or Canada
  • College:
    Entering any year of graduate study in the upcoming fall at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States or Canada
  • Major/Career:
    Enrolled in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality related program of study, who can demonstrate a clear focus on and commitment to the tourism subject area

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    All scholarships will require an original essay, and some awards require an additional essay on a specific topic. General essays should be 2 pages in length and address these prompts: Which segment of the travel and tourism or hospitality industry your current program of study focuses on. What opportunities are you taking advantage of as you prepare for a career in the industry? Please tell us about your academic and extracurricular activities and experiences, i.e. work, internships, etc., and how they tie into your present and future goals. Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Evaluation form and letter of recommendation from a faculty member or teacher in your field of study; Evaluation form and letter of recommendation from an industry professional you have worked for; the industry must be related to your field of study
  • Other Materials:
    Passport as proof of citizenship; U. S. Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency if eligible; Current drivers license as proof of permanent state/province residency

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