• Must be a Maryland resident
• High school or college students, teachers, or hospitality professionals can apply
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 and specific industry experience required

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

• This program is open to residents of Maryland who are 1) high school or college students; 2) high school, college, or corporate instructors or teachers; or 3) hospitality industry professionals.
• Applicants must be interested in taking courses in a professional development program or a food service or hospitality program recognized by the Restaurant Association of Maryland Education Foundation (RAMEF).
• Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and at least 400 documented hours of industry experience.
• Instructors, teachers, and professionals must have at least 1,500 hours of documented industry experience.
• Students must also be able to demonstrate financial need.

Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

• Essay or written statement
• Financial documentation (if required)