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ASTA American Express Travel Scholarship

Tourism Cares

American Express Travel, a global online and full-service travel and related lifestyle services provider, started this scholarship in 1989. The scholarship purpose is to encourage students to pursue an education in the field of travel and tourism.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    A U.S. high school senior
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.0
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Entering first year in the upcoming fall semester or term at an accredited two- or four-year college or university
  • Residence:
    Permanent Resident (or a U.S. citizen)
  • Citizenship:
    Citizen or permanent resident of the United States
  • School:
    A U.S. high school senior attending a high school with the NAF Academy of Hospitality & Tourism (AOHT) Network, graduating at end of semester or term
  • College:
    Accredited two- or four-year college or university
  • Major/Career:
    Travel-and-tourism- or hospitality-related program

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Essay: Write an original two-page essay in the required format about: 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.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Letter of recommendation from a faculty member or teacher in your field of studyPersonal/professional letter of recommendation.

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