2026 Student Scholarship Application

2026 Student Scholarship Application

Your opportunity for assistance in pursuing your hospitality education.

Our opportunity to invest in our industry's future by investing in you.

History/Mission Statement

The New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association (NYSHTA) officially incorporated its scholarship fund into an Education Foundation in 1999, and is now called the Fred and Gertrude England Hospitality Education Foundation. Its mission is to assist in the educational development of hospitality students by offering individual scholarships to member employees and/or their dependents.

Scholarship Information

SCHOLARSHIP

Full-time students receive $1,500 per semester for a maximum of $6,000.
Full-time students entering their senior year receive $1,500 per semester for a maximum of $3,000.
Part-time students receive $750 per semester for a maximum of $6,000.

ELIGIBILITY

Scholarships are available to employees OR dependents of employees of a NYSHTA member property or a student at a NYSHTA member school.
Students must have completed 15 college credits.
Students must be majoring in the hospitality field.
Students must maintain a minimum of a 2.50 grade point average (GPA).

Application Process

STEP 1: Fill out Background and Education Information

STEP 2: Provide a one to two page letter of Personal Description and Intent

STEP 3: Provide three Letters of Recommendation (one must be from a NYSHTA member).

STEP 4: Provide Current Transcripts or have them forwarded by your educational institution.

STEP 5: Submit Application

To be eligible to apply for a 2026 scholarship, your application must be submitted by April 15, 2026. Any applications received after the due date cannot be given consideration. All information provided is confidential and will be used solely by the Foundation in making its selection.

Scholarship Application

STEP 1: Applicant Background & Education

Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name

Applicant Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Applicant Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Applicant Email*

example@example.com

Applicant Mailing Address (if different from above)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

NYSHTA Member EmployeeDependent of NYSHTA Member EmployeeStudent at a NYSHTA member school

If a dependent of a NYSHTA Member Employee, give name of parent/guardian and their title at the NYSHTA Member Property.

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Title at NYSHTA Member Property

Name of NYSHTA Member Property*

Property Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Name of Immediate Supervisor:

Title of Immediate Supervisor:

Immediate Supervisor Phone:

Name of Current School Attending*

School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

FreshmanSophomoreJuniorSenior

Credits Completed*

Current GPA*

Major*

Degree Desired*

STEP 2: Personal Description & Intent

Attach a file to complete this section. Include information you consider relevant to receiving this scholarship, such as: past work experiences, aspirations, reason for choosing the hospitality industry, etc.*

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Step 3: Letters of Recommendation

Please include the names and phone numbers of three people who have supplied you with a letter of recommendation: (Please note that one letter must be from a NYSHTA member).

Recommendation #1 NYSHTA Member Employee Name*

First NameLast Name

NYSHTA Member Employee's Title*

NYSHTA Member Property/Business Name*

Recommendation #1 Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Attach Letter of Recommendation #1 (Must be from NYSHTA Member)*

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Recommendation #2 Name*

First NameLast Name

Recommendation #2 Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Attach Letter of Recommendation #2*

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Recommendation #3 Name*

First NameLast Name

Recommendation #3 Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Attach Letter of Recommendation #3*

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STEP 4: Provide a Current Transcript

Either attach or have your educational institution send your most recent transcripts to the following address:

NYSHTA

24 Aviation Road, Suite 208

Albany, NY 12205

Attn: Tina Bissaillon

P. 518.465.2300 x112 | F. 518.465.4025 | Toll Free 800.642.5313 x112 | tina@nyshta.org

Attach Current Transcript here:

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STEP 5: Submit Application (DEADLINE: APRIL 15, 2026)

Please note: Only fully completed applications will be considered.

*When you click 'Submit' below, you certify that the information given in this scholarship application is accurate.