Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Get a degree without piles of debt.
The Collins College awards $300,000 in scholarships every year — to both incoming students and current Broncos. These scholarships are made possible by our longtime industry partnerships and generous donors.
Your first stop should be the Bronco Scholarship Portal (BSP), opening on October 1 for the 2027–2028 application cycle. The BSP allows students to apply for university scholarships via one application.
Current Broncos
Scholarship Opportunities
College-based and private industry scholarships are available to current students through the CCHM Scholarship Opportunities course on Canvas. If you subscribe to email or mobile push notifications, you'll have instant access to the latest deadlines and opportunities just for hospitality management students.
Incoming Freshman, Transfer or Change of Major Student Scholarship
You may qualify for up to $1,000 in scholarship funds with the new Collins Incoming Freshman, Transfer or Change of Major Student Scholarship. The Bronco Scholarship Portal opens October 1.
$300,000 in Scholarships Awarded Annually
Adrian Laksmono
Hospitality Uncorked Excellence Scholarship
“This scholarship provides opportunities to dive further into my interest in revenue management and hotel development. I am grateful and appreciative of all the support from industry partners."
LaShelle M. Hudson
Hospitality Uncorked & Nestlé Scholarships
"This scholarship ... allows me to focus on my educational ambitions and dream of a hospitality degree. Thank you so much for this reward."
Lex Fuller
Patricia and Stephen Bone and Lary Shupnick Scholarships
"With aspirations of executive management and hotel ownership in mind, I can now shift my vision from focusing on how I can accomplish my goals, to how soon I can accomplish them."
Other Financial Aid
Your Financial Support Starts Here
Whether you're just starting or already enrolled, Cal Poly Pomona offers financial support to help you reach your academic goals.
Scholarship FAQ
- The Collins College Scholarship Course in Canvas
- The Collins Concierge weekly student updates
- Professional associations and industry organizations
- Scholarship search engines recommended by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Yes. A lower college GPA does not automatically disqualify you. Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements, so check the minimum GPA before applying.
It depends on the scholarship. Some place a strong emphasis on GPA, while others also consider work experience, leadership, financial need, career goals or community involvement.
Scholarships are considered part of your financial aid package. Receiving one may affect other types of aid, such as student loans, but the university can work with you to maximize your total aid package.
In some circumstances, yes. If you or your family experience a significant financial change, such as a job loss or unexpected expenses, contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships to ask about submitting updated information or requesting a review.
Yes. Start with the The Bronco Scholarship Portal and don’t forget to utilize scholarship search engines recommended by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
Yes. Look at the university and beyond as well, including opportunities from professional associations and industry organizations.
Many scholarships are awarded for only one academic year. Multi-year scholarships do exist, but they are less common, so students should expect to search and apply for scholarships each year.
Yes. Work experience can demonstrate responsibility, leadership, time management, teamwork and other skills that scholarship committees value. You do not necessarily need student organization experience to be a strong applicant.
Connect your work experience to the qualities or requirements the scholarship is looking for. For example, describe responsibilities, challenges you have overcome, leadership experiences or skills you have developed through your job.
Make your application specific to the scholarship and clearly explain why your experiences, goals, and qualifications are a good match. You can also ask previous scholarship recipients for advice about what helped make their applications successful.
Start close to home. Scholarships offered through The Collins College and Cal Poly Pomona may have a smaller applicant pool than some national scholarships. A smaller applicant pool can mean a higher award amount or a greater chance of being awarded. Industry and professional associations can also be good sources of opportunities.
Yes, transfer students can apply for scholarships. As you become established at CPP, continue looking for university, college and industry scholarships.
Not necessarily. Start by looking for scholarships that do not require references. At the same time, build relationships with faculty members, supervisors and others who could serve as references for future applications. High school or community college faculty and staff may serve as references, too.
Yes. In many cases, it is easier to ask a strong reference if they are willing to support several applications rather than finding a different person for every scholarship.
Certain opportunities provide registration, travel assistance or other support for students to attend industry events. These awards may not provide money for tuition or fees, so read the description carefully.
It can still be worthwhile. Attending an industry event can provide networking, professional development and career opportunities that may be valuable even if the award does not provide tuition assistance.
Yes. A brief thank-you note to the donor or sponsoring organization is a good way to acknowledge the award and show appreciation.
Yes. Maintaining a positive relationship with your references is an important part of academic success and career readiness. Sending a simple note, no matter the outcome of your scholarship application, makes them feel appreciated for the time and energy they spent.
