Montana Retail Association Scholarship

Name: Montana Retail Association Scholarship / ProStart-Related Awards

Award Amount: Varies

Information and Eligibility:
The Montana Retail Association (MRA), through its involvement with hospitality and foodservice education, supports students who complete the state’s ProStart program. ProStart is a nationally recognized curriculum combining culinary arts and restaurant/foodservice industry training at the high school level. Students who undergo the ProStart program in Montana earn eligibility for post-secondary benefits — including scholarships, grants, and college credits — aimed at helping them transition into further education or culinary/restaurant-industry careers.

This scholarship (or scholarships) is designed for students who have completed the ProStart course of study and are pursuing post-secondary education — whether in culinary arts, hospitality management, business, or related fields. It encourages students to use their training, skills, and interest in foodservice or hospitality to advance through college, technical school, or other post-secondary pathways, reducing financial barriers and supporting workforce development in Montana’s restaurant and retail sectors.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have successfully completed the Montana ProStart program under the MRA / Montana Restaurant & Retail network.
• Must enroll or plan to enroll in a post-secondary institution (college, vocational or trade school, hospitality/culinary institute, etc.) in an eligible program (culinary arts, hospitality, business, or similar areas)
• Must meet any academic and application requirements as defined by the specific scholarship or grant

Application Requirements:

• Submit the official MRA (or ProStart-affiliated) scholarship or grant application
• Provide documentation of ProStart completion and enrollment or acceptance at post-secondary institution
• Provide transcripts or other proof of academic standing as required
• Any additional materials as requested (recommendation letters, essays, proof of financial need, etc.), depending on the scholarship track

Selection Criteria:

• Completion of ProStart program and demonstrated commitment to hospitality/culinary/retail industry
• Academic readiness and acceptance at post-secondary institution
• Completeness and quality of application materials
• Motivation to pursue industry-related career path or further education

Additional Details:

• Awards are intended to support tuition, educational fees, or other associated costs for post-secondary study
• Scholarships may be limited to fields related to hospitality, culinary arts, or retail-service careers — but eligibility may depend on the scholarship year or institution
• Prospective applicants should check with Montana Retail Association or their school’s ProStart coordinator for latest application availability, award amounts, and deadlines

Deadline:
Varies

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