My next step after landing the interview was to put together a strong application package. EHL’s admissions team reviews candidates on several criteria beyond grades, so I paid close attention to every detail.

Building academic credentials

             I started by collecting my key documents – academic transcripts, diploma certificates, and English language proficiency test results. The next step was an online review that tested my analytical and quantitative skills. These tests helped measure my leadership qualities, people skills, and logical thinking abilities.

Crafting my personal statement

             My personal statement was a vital part of the application. I wrote about current hospitality industry trends and how EHL handles these changes. My essay followed EHL’s guidelines of 500-650 words and showed my analytical skills and clear thinking.

My essay highlighted these key points:

• My grasp of the hospitality industry’s changing landscape
• Career goals that arranged well with EHL’s program
• Personal experiences that sparked my interest in hospitality

Gathering recommendation letters

         I carefully picked people who could talk about both my academic strengths and personality. EHL values recommendations that point out specific achievements, so I gave my recommenders:

• Details about relevant projects
• Examples of my leadership roles
• Records of my extracurricular activities

Before submission, I made sure each letter covered both my academic work and personal qualities that would add value to EHL’s community. My recommenders had about a month to write detailed, thoughtful letters.

            This whole ordeal taught me the value of being thorough and professional. I created an authentic application by preparing carefully and reflecting honestly. The biggest lesson was that successful applications need the right mix of academic excellence, hands-on experience, and well-defined career goals.

The Scholarship Application Process

My scholarship application to EHL needed meticulous attention and careful planning. The foundation provides two financial aid options: partial scholarships and honorary loans at 0% interest rate.

Key documents needed

         Several essential documents made up my application package. A signed cover letter to the Fondation des Bourses & Prêts d’Honneur EHL came first, along with my curriculum vitae. My financial documentation included:

• My sponsors’ income tax certificates
• Three months of bank statements
• All financial supporters’ recent salary slips

        My current academic transcripts and a reference letter became crucial pieces. The reference needed letterhead paper with a handwritten signature.

Interview preparation

Complete applications that meet all guidelines go through the Financial Aid Committee’s review. My preparation highlighted:

• My steadfast dedication to hospitality management
• My financial situation
• My academic achievements

         Questions about my career goals and hospitality industry knowledge needed practice. Application quality and completeness shape the committee’s decisions.

Financial aid forms

Submission deadlines are strict – May 31st for fall intake and October 31st for spring intake. The Student Budget Excel spreadsheet needed careful attention to detail about my finances. Six weeks usually pass before the committee reaches a decision.

Scholarship amounts differ significantly:

• Tuition waivers range from 5,000 to 20,000 CHF
• Academic Excellence Awards span 2,500 to 7,500 CHF

               Regular talks with the scholarship office helped me greatly. Their guidance proved valuable for meeting all requirements. Since decisions come without explanations, my focus stayed on building the strongest case possible for financial support.