To be eligible for the John Kitt Memorial AACT Scholarship Fund, applicants must: be an incoming college sophomore, junior or senior during the upcoming academic year; have a demonstrated interest in confectionery technology; attend an accredited, four-year college or university within North America; be majoring in a food science, chemical science, biological science or related area; and have achieved a 3.0 (out of 4.0) GPA (or equivalent on another scale).
The applicants' demonstrated interest in confectionery technology can include many activities including but not limited to research projects, work experience, and formal study. Apart from completing the application, applicants must also include: a transcript; academic activities related to confectionery technology; honors and awards; work experience, internships and volunteer experience; a short statement of personal and professional goals; and a reference who is familiar with their academic activities and would be willing to submit a written recommendation upon request.
