AHLEF Scholarship Program

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AHLEF)

$2,500–$10,000Deadlines vary by specific scholarship track (recently around early-to-mid May) — check ahlafoundation.org/scholarshipsLast verified September 30, 2026

Who can apply: Students already enrolled in college; studying Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business; U.S. citizens and permanent residents.

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Includes an Annual Scholarship Grant and an American Express Scholarship Competition, both for undergrad and grad students pursuing hospitality management.

What you'll need to apply

  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance: Full-time, junior standing or one full year at a two-year school
  • Hospitality work experience, activities and financial need are weighed
  • Essay: Required for some awards, not for the annual scholarship
  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident

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Eligibility

  • • Majors: Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business
  • • Must already be enrolled in college (not open to incoming high school seniors)

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