Jeong-Yeol Park

The University of Central Florida Rosen College of Hospitality is now accepting applications for its fully funded PhD program in Hospitality Management. Located in Orlando, Florida, the heart of the global hospitality industry, the program is recognized as the world’s #1 hospitality college (2025 CEOWORLD Magazine). The full-time, research-focused PhD prepares future scholars and industry innovators for leadership roles in hospitality, tourism, and service research. Funding is available through assistantships and fellowships, with fellowships awarded based on academic merit and assistantships potentially including tuition support and stipends. Applicants must hold a Master's degree prior to admission. The program is designed for those seeking academic careers or practitioner researcher roles in hospitality and tourism enterprises. International applicants should apply by December 1, and domestic applicants by February 1. For more information and to apply, visit the program website or contact the program coordinator.