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Educational Scholarships

Are you currently enrolled or about to enroll in a college to study culinary, hospitality, and/or tourism management? If so, be sure to apply for the ORA Scholarship, to be used toward the pursuit of undergraduate or continuing education at a post-secondary accredited institution. ​

Scholarships for Students enrolled in one of these programs:
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School of Hospitality & Tourism Management
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Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK  
and
Culinary Arts Programs
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology, Okmulgee, OK

Applications Closed

​Scholarships are offered to OSUIT and OSU HTM Students for the 2025-2026 academic year. 

Applicant Requirements:
  • Applicants must provide proof that they are: Currently enrolled in a post secondary culinary/hospitality program at OSUIT or OSU HTM
  • Must have performed a minimum of 250 hours of related work experience in the hospitality field
  • Must obtain and submit two letters of recommendation – one from a faculty member and another from a hospitality industry employer
  • Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale

Required Documentation:
  • 500 word essay. Explain your reason(s) for applying for a scholarship and why you feel you should receive one, the type of career in the hospitality industry you plan to pursue and your future goals.
  • Copies of paycheck stubs or letter(s) from employer(s) indicating that applicant has completed a minimum of 250 hours of hospitality-related work.
  • A copy of your current college or high school transcript. 
  • Two letters of recommendation – one from a faculty member and another from an industry employer (must be signed and on letterhead to be accepted).

How Scholarship Applications are Selected:
Student applications will be reviewed by the committee and qualifying applications will be contacted by phone and email to set up an in-person interview with the scholarship committee. Applications open between December (fall semester) or January (early spring semester) and open for submissions for approximately 4-6 weeks. For more information contact Roberta Helsley at [email protected].

 
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  • ADVOCACY
    • Bill Tracking
    • Legislative Victories
    • How To Support
    • NRA PAC
    • National Issues
    • Contact Your Legislator
  • EVENTS
    • Upcoming Events
    • Calendar
    • ORA Expo
    • Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame Awards
  • MEMBERSHIP
    • Member Benefits >
      • Endorsed Providers
      • Discount Services
      • Hospitality Buyers Guide
    • Member Login
  • COMMUNICATIONS
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    • The Oklahoma Restaurateur
    • Press Releases
  • WORKFORCE
    • Oklahoma ProStart >
      • Teacher Resources
      • Student Opportunities
      • Get Involved >
        • ProStart Volunteer Interest Form
    • Scholarships >
      • 2025 ORA/OHLA OSU Student Scholarship Application
  • PARTNERSHIPS + MARKETING
    • Strategic Partnership Marketing
    • Key Club Partners
    • Other Marketing Opportunities
  • RESOURCES
    • ORA / Industry FAQ
    • Performing Rights Organizations
    • Alcohol FAQ
    • FICA Tip Credit
    • Legal Resource Center
    • Hospitality Buyer's Guide
    • Oklahoma Food Code
    • Mental Health Resources
    • Food Safety Posters
    • Telemedics Virtual Healthcare
    • RestaurantOwner
  • TRAINING + CERTIFICATION
    • Alcohol Compliance Education (ACE)
    • ServSafe >
      • ServSafe Manager >
        • ServSafe Practice Tests
      • ServSafe Alcohol
      • ServSafe Food Handler
      • ServSuccess
      • Certificado de ServSafe para Gerentes
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