Scholarships

PCMA and the PCMA Education Foundation are pleased to offer these scholarship opportunities exclusively to our PCMA Student Members.

Applications due March 12:
Roy B. Evans Scholarship
PCMA Student Planner of the Year Scholarship
Multicultural Scholarship
(Please note: The deadline for 2008 spring scholalships has passed. Please check back soon for the 2009 applications).

Applications due October 1:
Annual Meeting Scholarship
Chairman's Scholarship
Student Chapter of the Year Award

Annual Meeting Scholarship
The PCMA Education Foundation is sponsoring a scholarship for up to three (3) students to work and attend the 2009 PCMA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA. This is an opportunity for student members to join industry professionals and gain valuable experience that will prepare them for a career in the meetings industry.

The Annual Meeting Scholarship includes:

Complimentary round-trip airfare
Complimentary hotel accommodations for 4 nights
Complimentary registration for the Annual Meeting
The opportunity to work with a member of the PCMA Meetings and Events team at PCMA's 2009 Annual Meeting

Requirements: (to be considered, students must fulfill the following requirements):

Minimum 3.0 overall GPA on 4.0 scale (proof required)
Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
Must complete the Annual Meeting Scholarship Application
Must submit a résumé
Must submit a letter of recommendation by faculty
Must be a current PCMA student member, and must be a PCMA student member at the time of the 2009 Annual Meeting
Essay of 500-1,000 words describing what you hope to gain from the PCMA Annual Meeting and how it relates to future goals
Application and required materials must be postmarked by October 1, 2008.

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Chairman's Scholarship
This annual award will allow up to two (2) PCMA student members to attend the 2009 PCMA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA. This is an excellent opportunity to network with Industry Leaders and fellow students while enjoying the special distinction of being a 2008 "Chairman's Scholar."

The Chairman's Scholarship includes:

Complimentary round-trip airfare to the 2009 Annual Meeting
Complimentary hotel accommodations for 4 nights in New Orleans
Complimentary registration for the Annual Meeting
The opportunity to meet with the Chairman of the PCMA board.

Requirements:

Minimum 3.0 overall GPA on 4.0 scale (proof required)
Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
Must complete the Chairman's Scholarship Application
Must submit a résumé
Must submit a letter of recommendation by faculty
Must be a current PCMA student member, and must be a PCMA student member at the time of the 2009 Annual Meeting
Essay submission of 500-1,000 words on an explanation of your goals and desired role in the meetings and hospitality industry of the future
Application must also include 5 thoughtful questions the applicant would like to pose to the PCMA Chairman of the Board. Questions may be from an industry perspective or may address the circumstances of a student in the industry.

Application and required materials must be postmarked by October 1, 2008.

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Student Chapter of the Year (SCOTY) Award
The annual Student Chapter of the Year (SCOTY) Award is awarded to up to 4 (four) PCMA student chapters that best demonstrate overall leadership, academic excellence, community/campus involvement, web site development, membership growth and participation in the hospitality industry. This scholarship is sponsored by the PCMA Education Foundation. The four winning chapters are awarded up to $500 to fund an educational, community service or membership program to spend during the 2008-2009 school year.

To enter please submit:

A proposal for the event explaining what will take place and how much funding your chapter will need. Also, include a brief paragraph explaining why your chapter is deserving of this award.
A letter of recommendation from a faculty member or advisor

Application and required materials must be postmarked by October 1, 2008.

Click Here for the Word version of the application.
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Roy B. Evans Scholarship
(Please note: The deadline for 2008 spring scholalships has passed. Please check back soon for the 2009 applications).

The Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Education Foundation is sponsoring five (5) tuition-based scholarships for $5,000 each.

Requirements: (to be considered, students must fulfill the following requirements):

Applicant must be a current PCMA student member
Applicant must be enrolled in a hospitality related degree granting program for at least 12 credit hours for undergraduate degrees or 9 credit hours for graduate programs.
Applicant must have a minimum of 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale)
Recipients must maintain their full-time student status through the 2009 - 2010 fall and spring semesters/quarters.
Applicant must have achieved a minimum of 25 hours of volunteer/work experience in the hospitality industry prior to application, to be verified by PCMA
Applicant must be a current junior, senior or graduate student during the 2009 - 2010 school year.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE PCMA STUDENT MEMBERS AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS PROCESSED AND MUST MAINTAIN STUDENT MEMBERSHIP THROUGH THE 2009-2010 SCHOOL YEAR.

PCMA Student Planner of the Year Scholarship
(Please note: The deadline for 2008 spring scholalships has passed. Please check back soon for the 2009 applications).

This opportunity gives one outstanding PCMA student member a chance to showcase their talents. The winner of this scholarship will develop a session at PCMA's 2009 Annual Meeting under the mentorship of an industry leader. The scholarship award will include round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, and registration for the 2010 PCMA Annual Meeting in Dallas, Texa. The winner will also receive a $1,000 tuition based award as well as recognition at an awards ceremony at the Annual Meeting. This scholarship is sponsored by the PCMA Education Foundation.

The Student Planner of the Year Scholarship includes:

Complimentary airfare, registration, and housing (4 nights) to the 2010 PCMA Annual Meeting in Dallas, TX.
$1,000 tuition based award, payment will be sent directly to institution and made payable to institution
Mentorship with an industry professional and PCMA staff to collaborate in planning session
Recognition at the Annual Meeting
The opportunity to network with PCMA staff and industry leaders and gain valuable experience

Requirements: (to be considered, students must fulfill the following requirements):

Minimum 3.0 overall GPA on 4.0 scale (proof required)
Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
Completed Student Planner of the Year Application

ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE PCMA STUDENT MEMBERS AND BE A STUDENT MEMBER AT THE TIME OF THE 2010 ANNUAL MEETING.

PCMA Multicultural Scholarship
(Please note: The deadline for 2008 spring scholalships has passed. Please check back soon for the 2009 applications).

The PCMA Multicultural Student Scholarship is available to award funding to PCMA student members who have been traditionally underrepresented in the meetings/hospitality industry.

Up to five (5) deserving student members, have the opportunity to receive a $1,000 multicultural student scholarship to offset the expenses of tuition, textbooks, and other associated educational costs. The awards are based on need and candidates must be recommended by Faculty Members at the institution at which the student is enrolled.

Requirements: (to be considered, students must fulfill the following requirements):

Minimum 3.0 overall GPA on 4.0 scale (proof required)
Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
Completed Annual Meeting Scholarship Application (see below)

ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE PCMA STUDENT MEMBERS AT THE TIME THE APPLICATION IS PROCESSED.

For more information on these or other Student member programs, please contact:

PCMA Student Relations
PCMA
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Suite 1001
Chicago, IL 60616
Phone: 312.423.7264
students@pcma.org