Scholarship Opportunities

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While pursuing a career in hospitality and tourism can be an exciting endeavor, the financial responsibility of paying for higher education can create obstacles for many students and their families. Fortunately, there are an array of scholarship opportunities available!

The VISIT DENVER Foundation

The VISIT DENVER Foundation‘s goal is to promote the hospitality and tourism industry in the Denver metro area through activities and projects that enhance education, professional development, and training for individuals interested in the hospitality and tourism industry.

The VISIT DENVER Foundation provides scholarships designed to support undergraduate students pursuing associate and bachelor’s degrees in hospitality or tourism at accredited universities or colleges in Colorado.

Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association

Another resource is the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association (CHLA). These scholarships help students employed for at least 16 hours per week in a Colorado hotel while pursuing their education at accredited universities, colleges, or trade schools.

Colorado Restaurant Foundation

The Colorado Restaurant Foundation awards scholarships to qualified students in foodservice and hospitality management programs. Applicants must have demonstrated strong interest in the foodservice/hospitality industry as evidenced through documentable work experience in the industry.

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