Scholarships & Aid

The FSU College of Education Dedman School of Hospitality offers over $400,000 in scholarship and fellowship opportunities – more than any other public College of Education in the state of Florida. On top of that, Florida is nationally ranked in the top 4 for lowest tuition. The tuition at Florida State is an even better bargain compared to other public research universities. You can find information about tuition at FSU here.

This page provides a central location for information on distinguished scholarships, assistantships, fellowships, and university financial aid available to College of Education Dedman School of Hospitality students. All U.S. students are encouraged to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) regardless of their income. International Students from select countries should consider applying for the Linkage Institutes’ Out-of-State Tuition Exemption.

Dedman School of Hospitality Scholarships

  • American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (Cecil B. Day) Scholarship
  • Aramark Scholarship
  • Ashby Stiff Undergraduate Scholarship
  • Bessie Morgan Marshall Scholarship
  • Charlie Hoare Scholarship
  • Chris J. Kalfas Memorial Scholarship
  • Davis Hospitality Administration Student Activity & Scholarship
  • Dedman Endowment in Hospitality
  • Don A. & Frances B. Veller Scholarship
  • Fred A. Schmidt Memorial Scholarship
  • Gabriel Brady/Gate Gourmet International Scholarship Fund
  • Ian Trent Taylor Memorial Scholarship external link icon
  • International Club Suppliers’ Scholarship
  • Iris D. Larson Hospitality Scholarship
  • J. Willard Marriott Sr. Endowed Excellence Scholarship
  • Jacksonville Seminole Club – Jay Abraham Scholarship
  • John Carnaghi Scholarship
  • John & Karen Culver Endowment for International Travel Support
  • LaQuinta Award for Excellence
  • Peter Albe Memorial Scholarship
  • Robert J. Shelley Memorial Scholarship
  • Ruby Tuesday Restaurants – James Bruce Wallace Memorial Scholarship
  • The Sadden Family Foundation Scholarship
  • Thomas A. Waits Undergraduate Scholarship
  • The Villages Friends of FSU Scholarship
  • Zuknick Morgan Family Scholarship

Selection Process

  • Students may begin applying Jan. 1 of each year.
  • The Dedman School of Hospitality Scholarship Application and all required documents must be submitted by Feb. 29 to:
    Lydia Hanks
    Florida State University
    College of Business
    Dedman School of Hospitality
    288 Champions Way, UCB 4107
    Tallahassee, Florida 32306-2541
  • The scholarship selection committee will review all applications submitted by the Feb. 29 deadline during March. Students will be notified on or before April 1st.
  • An objective point system is applied and application information is independently verified.
  • Students who submit false or inflated/exaggerated information will be automatically rejected for a scholarship, and counseled by the director of Dedman School of Hospitality.

Eligibility

  • Applicants must be hospitality management and tourism, global club management and leadership or PGA golf management majors in the College of Business
  • Must be enrolled in, or have completed, a minimum of two required courses
  • Must have at least one semester (12 credit hours), not including summer, remaining after the Spring semester during which you are applying for a scholarship

Requirements

  • Minimum 3.0 grade point average
  • Impressive industry/extra-curricular record
  • Submission of a 300-500 word essay on “Why I need this scholarship to meet my career goals,” a copy of your transcript (unofficial is acceptable) and an updated resume
  • Have financial need (based on FAFSA application). NOTE: Submitting FAFSA form is not required but is recommended. Because many scholarships are based on demonstrating financial need, FAFSA verification may open additional opportunities for you. Submit only the Student Aid Report (SAR) page that includes your EFC.
  • Properly submitted Dedman School of Hospitality Scholarship Application.

Scholarship Amounts

  • Scholarship amounts will vary depending on the student’s qualifications and the scholarship sponsor.
  • Full-year scholarships will be distributed in two installments, half in the fall semester and the other half in the spring semester.
External Hospitality Scholarships

Below is a listing of links to scholarships available through individuals, organizations and company sponsors. Each scholarship will have their own requirements, deadlines and criteria for selection. Be sure to review the instructions carefully.