Scholarships

Paul College Scholars

Paul College offers a variety of scholarships to students who are in good academic standing.

Overview of Scholarships

Students are invited to apply to our signature scholarship programs near the end of their first year. The Rutman Leadership Fellows is an initiative to educate high-performing young leaders who are committed to advancing women’s leadership in business and economics. Inclusive Leadership Fellows is designed to enhance the college’s efforts to build a more engaged and inclusive experience for students of diverse backgrounds.

Incoming students may be selected for the Paul Scholars Program, which supports and recognizes the most academically promising students who want to major in Business, Economics or Hospitality Management.

Besides our signature programs, Paul College offers dozens of other scholarships for undergraduate students. There are also many other opportunities for financial aid and scholarships at UNH and the UNH Financial Aid Office can provide information on these offerings. 
 
The Office of National Fellowships is another resource for information, counsel and editorial support for highly motivated students (undergraduates, graduate students and UNH alumni( applying for national and international fellowships and scholarships. 

Contact
Paul Scholarships
paulcollege.scholarships@unh.edu

UNH Financial Aid 
(603) 862-3600

Paul Scholarships
University of New Hampshire 
Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics
10 Garrison Avenue
Durham, NH 03824
University of New Hampshire

Undergraduate Scholarships for Current Students

The Paul College Scholarship Committee invites all current Paul College students returning full-time for at least one semester during the next academic year to apply for scholarship awards. Scholarship opportunities are available to all undergraduate Paul College students.

Once you apply, your application will be reviewed for eligibility for all available scholarships. We also encourage you to complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by March 1 as it may be required for some scholarships. Please note: incoming students for the upcoming academic year are not yet eligible for these scholarships. Only currently enrolled students are eligible to apply.

Important Deadlines

 
  • February 8 – Paul College Scholarship Application opens
  • March 1 - FAFSA completion (it may be required for some scholarships)
  • March 31 - Paul College Scholarship Application deadline
  • May - Notification to all students about application status/award of scholarship

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Paul College Scholarship Descriptions

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American Hotel Foundation Scholarship
Arthur E Clapp Memorial Scholarship
Barbara M. Russell Memorial Scholarship
Bernard Runser '63 Scholarship 
Board of Young Hospitality Professionals Scholarship
C. Donald Mckelvie Scholarship
Carlton L Reed Scholarship 
Dean Smith Scholarship
Earle A Welch Scholarship
Edgar C. Hirst Scholarship 
Edward and Selma Bacon Simon Scholarship
Ellen Mae Greenaway Scholarship
Eric Faul '00 Scholarship 
Gardner Wales Scholarship 
George T. Gilman Scholarship
Gladys Wheeler Simeroth Scholarship
Goodwin Family Scholarship
Harold Holbrook Memorial Scholarship
Haas Family Scholarship Fund
Hannaford Brothers Scholarship
Hollis Harrington Jr Scholarship 
Harry Macleod Scholarship
J. Bonnie Newman Scholarship
J .Guy Smart Scholarship 
James E. Freeman Scholarship 
James R. Carter Memorial Scholarship
Joseph Durocher Hospitality Management Memorial Scholarship
Joseph & Marcia Carter Scholarship
Judith E. Blake Scholarship
Ken '81 and Laurie Wilson Hospitality Management Scholarship
Kevin Knarr Scholarship for Excellence Fund
Leonard P Novak Scholarship
Mark Avondoglio ’78 Perona Farms Scholarship Fund
Mary Kay Goodridge Kopp Endowed Scholarship
Mel Sandler Academic Achievement Award
NH Branch of the National Civic Federation Scholarship
Paul and Marianne Houghton Scholarship
Paul College Dean's Impact Scholarship
Paul College Undergraduate Scholarship
Paul Griffin Scholarship
Peterman Family Scholarship Fund
Peter T. Paul Scholars
Rhoda A. Hogan Scholarship
Roberta Bartlett Scholarship
Rosenberg International Franchise Scholarship
Rutman/Och Leadership Fellows Scholarship
S. Judson Dunaway Scholarship
Sam Rosen Prize
Seron Bailey Scholarship
Shaughnessy Family Scholarship
Sorenson Family Endowed Social Innovation Internship Fund
Stewart Family Scolarship - Paul College
Todd Huntington Crockett Scholarship
Tom & Tanya Hayes Scholarship Fund
UNH Hospitality Management for International Students
Walsh Family Scholarship Fund
William 'Bill' Wetzel Scholarship Fund
William T. Cushing Memorial Scholarship

The UNH Fellowships Office provides information, counsel, and editorial support to highly motivated students (undergraduates, graduate students, and UNH alumni) applying for national and international fellowships and scholarships. The Office, located at 207 Hood House, also assists faculty members who serve as mentors/references, and coordinates campus interviews and nominations.

UNH Fellowships Office

Using endowment funds provided by our alumni network, the Hospitality Management Program offers prospective and current students nearly $100,000 in scholarships

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By filling out the general application form, you do not need to apply for any specific scholarship. The Paul College Scholarship Committee will consider you for all scholarships for which you meet the criteria (including major/option, GPA, residence, financial need, class, etc.).

For continuing students, if you plan to return for at least one semester as a full-time (12 credits or more) undergraduate student for the upcoming academic year, you may complete the scholarship form early in the spring semester and e-mail back to: paul.scholarships@unh.edu.

These scholarships are offered by the Hospitality Management Program include:

  • American Hotel Foundation Scholarship
  • Ken Wilson Scholarship
  • Board of Young Hospitality Professionals Award/Scholarship(BYHP)
  • Ed & Selma Simon
  • UNH Hospitality Management International Student Diversity Scholarship
  • Durocher Hospitality Management Scholarship

To learn more about these and other opportunities, please email paul.scholarships@unh.edu

The Scholarships listed here are not administered by the Hospitality Management Program. They are self nominated, which means you have to comply with and submit required information.

We strongly recommend that you consider applying. When a scholarship states "PREFERENCE" does not always mean that they will not award to others.

James Beard Foundation Scholarships
Professional Convention Management Association  Up to five (5) tuition-based scholarships of $5,000.

About the Scholarship

The Shaughnessy Family Scholarship Fund was established to support Paul College students participating in the Washington Center Program (TWC), with additional priority given to first-generation college students. The Shaughnessy Family generously provides $5,000 in funds a year to be awarded to one or more deserving recipients. The scholarship provides support to Paul students who demonstrate high merit and the need of additional funding to take advantage of the high-quality TWC opportunity, and may experience difficulty participating or accepting the opportunity otherwise.

Students applying for this scholarship must also meet eligibility requirements for TWC and complete an application with the UNH-TWC liaison. To receive this scholarship, the recipient(s) must provide proof of acceptance/participation to The Washington Center Program.

Who is eligible?

Students must be Paul College rising juniors/seniors in good standing with both Paul College and the University, and must have earned at least 16 of those credits at Paul College.

Paul College applicants must meet all the UNH-The Washington Center Program eligibility requirements, such as credit standing, GPA standing, application and program requirements. 
full list of requirements

Applicants must complete UNH-TWC application process with the UNH TWC liaison by the posted program deadlines. Applicants/Recipients will be required to provide proof of acceptance/participation to TWC program in order to utilize funds. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Gowing at rebecca.gowing@unh.edu

Shaughnessy APP Required Documents

  1. Application Form  - Eligible students will receive a follow up email asking that they submit a resume and essay
  2. Resume
  3. Essay – 500 words or less – please address the following:
    1.  Why are you pursuing The Washington Center program?
    2.  How will these funds enable you to pursue this opportunity? If possible, please provide specific detail of how the money will be used and why these funds will support your pursuit of this opportunity

Applications received by 12:00 pm (Noon) on April 1.

Recipients of the Award will be notified by mid-May.

About the Award

The Women in Business Leadership Award is awarded to a Women in Business member at the University of New Hampshire who demonstrates excellence in leadership, academic studies, on-campus activities, community service and membership to the Women in Business organization. This honoree is constantly working hard to develop a strong professional network. Their dedication to both Women in Business and the Peter T. Paul School of Business and Economics have led them to be an outstanding member with an established professional network. This person embodies each of the qualities that Women in Business strives to maintain.

The scholarship application is open to UNH Women in Business members that are current freshmen, sophomores, or juniors. Recipients must enroll/attend UNH full-time for at least one full semester of the current academic year. The selection committee will award one scholarship to one applicant in the amount of $2,500.

The Selection Committee

A committee comprised of Rachel Campagna, the Women in Business Faculty Advisor, the Paul Scholarship Committee, Undergraduate Programs, and the Director of Career Services, Kim Clark, will review the submitted applications. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Gowing at rebecca.gowing@unh.edu.

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About the Scholarship

The Rosenberg International Franchise Center (RIFC) is an academic center in the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics with a mission to explore and advance the understanding of the franchise business model and the franchised sectors of the US and global economies.

Rosenberg International Franchise Scholarship

Thanks to the generosity and support of the Rosenberg Family Foundation, Dunkin’ Brands, Choice Hotels International, and the Center’s Advisory Board members, the Rosenberg International Franchise Center is currently offering one scholarship to a deserving UNH student. The scholarship is for $2,500 and can be used to help meet educational expenses. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. E. Hachemi Aliouche at hachemi.aliouche@unh.edu.

Who is eligible?

  • Full-time UNH students
  • Students with an Interest in Franchising and Entrepreneurship
  • Students with solid/strong academic achievement(s)
  • Students with extracurricular involvement and achievements

RIFC Required Documents:

  1. Application Form  - Eligible students will receive a follow up email asking that they submit a resume and essay
  2. Resume (including cumulative GPA)
  3. Essay (1 to 2 pages): please describe
    1. Your interest in franchising and entrepreneurship
    2. Academic and extracurricular activities/achievements, especially those that support your interest in franchising/entrepreneurship

Applications must be received by March 31st.

Recipients will be notified in May.

Please make sure your full name is included as part of your file name, and at the top of your essay and resume.

Signature Undergraduate Scholarship Programs

Alexis Gray '19 distributing handouts

Rutman Leadership Fellows

This initiative was created to educate high-performing young leaders who are committed to advancing women's leadership in business and economics. 

Paul Scholars at Coca Cola Factory

This program was funded by a $5 million gift from Peter T. Paul to support and recognize the most academically promising students who want to major in Business, Economics or Hospitality Management.

Two students chat on the Great Hall stairs

Inclusive Leadership Fellows

The Inclusive Leadership Fellows Program is designed to enhance the college’s efforts to build a more engaged and inclusive experience for students of diverse backgrounds. 

Graduate Scholarships

Please visit our Paul College Graduate Scholarships  to view our most updated list of scholarships.

GoGrad is a resource for scholarship information for MBA students.
GoGrad

The UNH Fellowships Office provides information, counsel, and editorial support to highly motivated students (undergraduates, graduate students, and UNH alumni) applying for national and international fellowships and scholarships. The Office, located at 207 Hood House, also assists faculty members who serve as mentors/references, and coordinates campus interviews and nominations.

UNH Fellowships Office