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Joseph Towner Fund for Gay and Lesbian Families
Applicant must be the child of a lesbian or gay parent who resides in one of the following nine Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Napa, Sonoma, and Solano. Applicant must be 25 years of age or younger, have a minimum 2.5 GPA or GED certificate, if applicable, be enrolled in an accredited postsecondary institution, and carry a full-time academic work load (minimum 12 units per term). Application form, transcripts, and essay required.
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Horizons Foundation
3 Myths You Should Know About Creative Scholarships
Creative scholarships are a great and often unutilized resource for paying for college. Here are three things you probably assume about them that aren't true.
by Jean O'Toole
How Do College Officers Make Admission Decisions?
At most colleges, admission decisions are made holistically. But what does that mean? Learn all about it from our experts.
NTA New Horizons – Kathy LeTarte Scholarship
Applicant must be a permanent resident of Michigan, enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality- related program of study at an accredited three-year or four-year college or university in the U.S. or Canada, with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a U.S. 4.0 scale. Applicants enrolled in a three-year school (for Quebec), will be entering the third year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours by the end of this semester or term. Applicants enrolled in a four-year college or university will be entering junior or senior year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum of 60 or 90 credit hours respectively by the end of this semester or term. Applicant is required to submit a U.S. passport as proof of citizenship, or U.S. Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, a Michigan driver's license as proof of permanent state residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one academic, one professional), an official transcript, and an essay. Essay topic: Discuss niche markets with an emphasis on student markets. Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry.
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Tourism Cares
The Drool Schools: The Most–Selective Colleges and/or Most Unpredictable in Terms of Admission
Explore the most selective colleges and universities with highly unpredictable admissions. Learn what makes these top institutions competitive for applicants.
source: CollegeXpress: AI‑Supported Research
4 Great Scholarship Opportunities for Younger Students
Students can find scholarships as early as elementary school for their college journey. Here are four early scholarships to start with and advice to find more!
by Jean O'Toole
ASTA Princess Cruises Scholarship
Applicant must be citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada who is a full-time or part-time undergraduate enrolled in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality-related program of study at an accredited, two-, three-, or four-year college or university in the U.S. or Canada with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 U.S. scale. Applicants enrolled at a two- or three-year school will be entering their final year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum 30 or 60 credit hours respectively by the end of this semester or term. Applicants enrolled in a four-year school will be entering junior or senior year in the fall of the calender year of application, and will have completed a minimum 60 or 90 credit hours respectively by the end of this semester or term. For a complete application, applicants should submit U.S. or Canadian passport as proof of citizenship, or U.S. or Canadian Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one academic, one professional), official transcript, and an essay. Essay topic: What customer service or product features does a travel supplier need to offer to gain a competitive edge in the vacation market? What program of study or extracurricular activities are you pursuing to learn about these trends that could apply to a job in the travel and tourism or hospitality industry? Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry.
Max Award: $2,500
sponsored by Tourism Cares
4 Great Scholarship Opportunities for Christian Students
Have you tried searching for scholarships based on your religion? Here are four great scholarships for Christian students to apply to!
by Hailey Myers
How to Help Your Student Through College Admission Season
Parents want what's best for their students, of course. But here's what you should and shouldn't do to help them during the college admission process.
NTA Hawaii – Chuck Yim Gee Scholarship
Applicant must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and a permanent resident of Hawai'I who is a full-time or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality-related program of study at a college or university in the United States or Canada, with a cumulative, or overall, 3.0 grade point average (GPA), or greater, on a U. S. 4.0 scale. Applicant should either be enrolled at an accredited three-year school (for Quebec), and will be entering third year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed 60 credit hours at the end of the semester or term; OR enrolled at an accredited four-year college or university, and will be entering junior year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours by the end of this semester or term; OR enrolled at an accredited four-year college or university, and will be entering senior year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum of 90 credit hours by the end of this semester or term. Application, scanned U. S. passport as proof of citizenship, or U. S. Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, scanned Hawaii driver's license as proof of permanent state residency, resume, two evaluations and letters and recommendations (1 academic and 1 professional), an official transcript and an essay are required items to be submitted. Required essay question: Discuss what 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.
Max Award: $1,500
sponsored by Tourism Cares
The Value of an Independent Educational Consultant
Are you considering hiring an independent consultant to help your child through the college admission process? Here are the questions you need to ask--and the red flags to watch for.
Starting Your Senior Year: Four Things You Need to Do
Ready to kick off senior year? Learn the top four essential tasks high school seniors need to complete to stay organized, manage deadlines, and prepare for college.
by Kiarra Louis
6 Quick and Easy Ways to Find More Scholarships
With a little smart thinking, you can get more scholarships to pay for college than you think! Here are six simple ways to find more awards you're eligible for.
by Kristen Moon
NTA Texas – Doug Harman Scholarship
Application for the NTA Texas Doug Harman Scholarship, and selection of the recipient, are not made through the Tourism Cares on-line system. Also, the application deadline may differ from the Tourism Cares one. Applications are made through the Tarrant County College Foundation's website. Applicant should be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and a permanent resident of Texas who is planning a career in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry and who is a full-time or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a hospitality-related program of study at Tarrant County College Southeast Campus, pursuing an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Hospitality Management with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant will have completed 30 credit hours by the end of the semester or term and be enrolled for a minimum of 9 semester hours (or three courses) for period of award (fall and spring semesters), and 3.0 GPA is maintained fall semester. For a complete application, the student should submit a signed scholarship application form that is signed, U. S. passport as proof of citizenship, or U. S. Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, Texas drive's license as proof of permanent state residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one academic and one professional), an official transcript, and an essay. Essay (in required length and format): Discuss what 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. Award will be paid over two semesters.
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Tourism Cares
How to Create an Olympics–Based Passion Project for College Admission
Boost your college applications with an Olympics-themed passion project. Learn how to showcase unique skills, leadership, and personal interest.
Four Things to Do if You're Deferred by Your Dream College
Getting deferred or waitlisted can sting, but it doesn't mean you've been rejected. Use these tips to improve your chances of attending your dream school!
by Kristen Moon
Top 5 Scholarship Scam Warning Signs to Look Out For
Don't shy away from applying for legitimate scholarships because you're worried about being scammed. Here are the top warning signs for fake scholarships.
Scholarship FAQ: The Biggest Myths and Facts
A scholarship strategist addresses some of the biggest scholarship myths, facts, scams, and more. Make your scholarship search more successful with this advice!
by Jean O'Toole
Why and How You Can Get Into Research in High School
Conducting a research project in high school can give you a huge leg up on college applications. Here's why it's important and how to find opportunities.
ASTA Stan and Leone Pollard Scholarship
Applicant needs to be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. or Canada who is a full-time or part-time undergraduate in a travel-and-tourism- or hospitality-related program of study at an accredited two-year college or university in the U.S. or Canada with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale OR re-entering the job market in the travel-and-tourism or hospitality industry. Applicants enrolled at a tow-year school will be entering their final year in the fall of the calendar year of application, and will have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours by the end of this semester or term. For a complete application, applicants should submit U.S. or Canadian Passport as proof of citizenship, or U.S. or Canadian Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one professional, one academic), official transcript, and an essay. Essay topic: Discuss what 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.
Max Award: $1,000
sponsored by Tourism Cares
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