Kris Geldaker Memorial Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/1/2023

Closes: 1/31/2024

The Kris Geldaker Memorial Scholarship provides need-based financial assistance for college to graduating seniors and undergraduates in Alaska. Students seeking a professional certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree in hospitality and tourism management or a field related to the boating, maritime, or shipping industry planning for a career in tourism are welcome to apply.

Win up to

$2,500

Essay Required: Yes
Need-Based: Yes
Merit-Based: No
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Requirements

Resident of Alaska

High school senior or undergraduate student

Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree

Studying for a degree in hospitality and tourism management, or a field related to the boating, maritime, or shipping industry

Fulltime student

Entering a career in the tourism industry

Demonstrate financial need Preference is given to applicants who are 1) intending to work in Alaska, or 2) the child of a current employee in the tourism industry.

Details

Pursued Degree Level

Professional Certification, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree

Current Grade

High School Senior, Community College Freshman, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, 5th Year College Undergraduate, Nth Year College Undergraduate

Location

Country: US
State: AK

Intended Area of Study

Hospitality and Tourism Management, Boating Industry, Shipping Industry

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