B.S. Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management

Make a Reservation for Industry Leadership

Do more than just study the business of hospitality—live it firsthand. UW-Stout's ACPHA-accredited Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management (HRTM) uses project-based learning, site visits, internships, and collaborations with leading hospitality companies to prepare you to succeed in the dynamic hospitality industry. Develop top-tier management skills, drive business success, leverage new technology, and open doors to incredible career opportunities while building a powerful professional network that will amplify your career. 

With UW-Stout’s industry-connected education, you’ll graduate ready to lead in hotels, restaurants, clubs, and events—and prepared to succeed in a fast-paced, rewarding career.

Career-Defining Curriculum

For more than 50 years, UW-Stout has cultivated generations of business leaders in hospitality! You'll gain firsthand knowledge from industry-leading innovators—whether managing behind the scenes or curating the guest experience out front—through a cutting-edge hospitality curriculum and unparalleled industry access that prepares you to make an immediate impact.

Our flexible degree program provides the knowledge, skills, and experience to succeed in business.

• Create unforgettable guest experiences through our unique relationship with Forbes Travel Guide—the global standard in luxury hospitality.
• Join the hotel management ranks with our alumni at companies like Marriott Hotels International, Omni Hotels, Four Seasons, and the Intercontinental Hotels Group.
• Curate and lead incredible dining experiences at all levels of the restaurant industry—from Michelin-rated to independently owned restaurants.
• Design and deliver incredible events and conferences at some of the largest conference centers and innovative event management companies.

Earn a Double Major or Complementary Minor

Distinguish yourself with additional expertise in relevant disciplines. Double major with a solid foundation in business or with a second degree related to hospitality in as little as an extra semester. Refine your skills in a critical area of hospitality with a related degree minor. Either way, it's a strategic investment that will enhance your career potential.

Program Highlights

• Scholarship Support: Take the first step toward your career in hospitality with a little support from our alumni. These $1,000 awards for select first-year and transfer students aim to make your education as affordable as it is impactful.
• Worldwide Industry Network: Featuring more than 100 partnerships with well-known domestic and international hospitality businesses, our international network of hospitality professionals is eager to create experiences that will distinguish your education and career.
• Unmatched Experiential Opportunities: Take advantage of unmatched paid internships with some of the biggest names in luxury and lead prestigious clubs through our curriculum integration with local Club Management Association of America leaders. 

Use the Request Information form to receive a program summary and learn more about the Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management.

The B.S. Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management program provides a specialized education and is accredited by the Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration.

Dedicated Scholarships to Fund Your Future

Don't let financial barriers hold you back—our scholarships make your dream career more accessible than ever. Our $1,000 HRTM Alumni Scholarship is specifically designed for first-year and new transfer students, and there are numerous additional scholarships available for incoming and continuing students majoring in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management. With a single application, we'll consider your for every scholarship we offer.

Industry-Experienced Faculty Instruction

Forget TA-taught classes and 200-person lectures. At UW-Stout, building close relationships with our industry-experienced and academically accomplished hospitality faculty will play a key role in your polytechnic education and your career. Learn more about your future instructors!

Meet the Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management Faculty

Experiential Learning at Every Level

At UW-Stout, applied learning goes beyond the classroom. Our program provides opportunities to dive into the industry and develop leadership skills through overnight site visits, executive guest lectures, industry conferences, and paid internships. Guided by industry-expertienced instructors, these experiences are your gateway to a successful career and why our graduates are in high demand by top hospitality brands.

• Industry conferences, including the Club Management Association of America World Conference and the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Adrian Awards.
• Site visits with leading-edge hospitality businesses, such as Destination Kohler, Erin Hills Golf Course, Four Seasons Minneapolis, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Margaritaville Restaurants, Sand Valley Golf Resort, and exclusive clubs like Interlachen Country Club and Geneva National Golf Club (among many others).
• Guest lectures from managers and executives of leading companies, including Disney, Hilton Hotels International, IdeaS Revenue Solutions, Intercontinental Hotels Group, The Breakers, and Rosewood Hotels and Resorts.
• Regional and state-level events that support your interests in hotels, restaurants, events, club management, and tourism.
• Study abroad in Europe or Australia for a semester or a week—a once-in-a-lifetime experience unlike anything else you will encounter in college.

Professional Internship Placements in Hospitality

Take your education into the field and earn while you learn through UW-Stout’s award-winning Cooperative Education & Internship Program (CEIP) and other placements that offer paid and pro bono opportunities to impact your industry. Unlike traditional internships, our professional credit-earning experiences will connect you with leaders in your field, including global hospitality giants, luxury resorts, private clubs, and tourism organizations. We’ll ensure you’re set up for success long before you graduate—more than a third of Stout students accept positions after graduation with their internship employer.  

A Legacy of Alumni Success

UW-Stout's hospitality programs have shape the industry's future leaders and driven innovation in excellence for more than 50 years. Our alumni lead the way as C-suite executives, managers, buyers, promoters, project managers, and more in the hotel, resort, restaurant, and tourism industries with internationally recognized names. Not only will they help you as you prepare for your career; you'll see their companies on campus for some of the largest career fairs in the Midwest.

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