Culinary Scholarships

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• Les Dames d'Escoffier Colorado Chapter Scholarship

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineMay 1, 2025

The Colorado Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier offers scholarships, available to qualified female students who are enrolled or planning to enroll in an applicable program in the upcoming fall. Applicants must have a focus in a food-related industry (such as culinary, food science, dietetics, nutrition, beverage and fermentation, hospitality and restaurant management, animal science, agriculture,

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• Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarship

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineMay 7, 2025

Since its inception, the IRA Educational Foundation has awarded almost $2.8 million to deserving students pursuing Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management in college. Applicant must be a permanent resident of the State of Illinois (under the age of 30), be accepted and plan to enroll in an accredited culinary school, college, or university, be enrolled as a full-time or substantial part-time

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• JWU Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) Scholarships

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineDecember 1, 2025

JWU is pleased to offer many programs that assist students in paying for college and recognize a wide variety of scholarships and grants offered by outside organizations. In addition to doing your own research, please review this list carefully to determine your potential eligibility. The Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) Scholarships are awarded to incoming students at Johnson &

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• George and Donna Nigh Public Service Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineDecember 31, 2025

The George and Donna Nigh Public Service Scholarship provides financial support to outstanding Oklahoma students pursuing careers in public service. Established by the Oklahoma Legislature in 1999, this scholarship encourages academic achievement and commitment to public service. Scholarship recipients also participate in public service seminars through the Nigh Institute, gaining valuable

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• Vegetarian Resource Group College Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineFebruary 20, 2026

Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl. Vegans are vegetarians who do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs. Three awards will be given. Entries may

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• Hyatt Hotels Fund for Minority Lodging Management Students

• Amount$3,000
• DeadlineMarch 7, 2026

The Hyatt Fund Scholarship, established in 1988, provides financial assistance to minority students pursuing a degree in hotel management. With $744,000 awarded to approximately 372 students since its inception, this program reflects Hyatt's dedication to supporting diversity and excellence in hospitality management education. Scholarship Details Each scholarship award is $3,000. A

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• Ecolab Scholarship

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineMarch 7, 2026

The Ecolab Scholarship Program, established in 1996, is dedicated to supporting the next generation of hospitality leaders by offering financial assistance to students pursuing a degree in hospitality management. With over $500,000 awarded to more than 350 students, this program reflects Ecolab's ongoing commitment to the lodging industry and future leadership development. Scholarship

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• The American Express Scholarship

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineMarch 7, 2026

The American Express Scholarship Program, established in 1987 and funded by the American Express Foundation, aims to recognize and encourage academic excellence among the dependent children of American Express employees. This scholarship opportunity provides financial support for undergraduate education at accredited colleges or universities in the U.S. and Canada. Eligibility

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• WRA Education Foundation Scholarship in Culinary & Hospitality

• Amount$2,250
• DeadlineApril 1, 2026

The WRA Education Foundation awards scholarships annually based on future plans in foodservice, academic records and recommendations. Eligible applicants must be Wisconsin residents, enrolled in 6 credits, and pursing studies in fields related to the restaurant and hospitality industries, such as Culinary, Baking, Hospitality, Food Science and Family and Consumer Science Education. Apart from

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• Nellie Martin Carman Scholarship

• Amount$8,000
• DeadlineApril 15, 2026

The Nellie Martin Carman Scholarship's mission is to empower exceptional graduating high school seniors from King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties in Washington state by providing financial support for their college education within the state. Scholarship Details Available to graduating seniors from public high schools in certain counties in Washington state Scholarships are renewable for

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• WGA Mary Macey Scholarship

• Amount$1,500
• DeadlineApril 15, 2026

The WGA Mary Macey Scholarship supports independent grocery retailers, wholesalers, their employees, and families by providing financial assistance for higher education. The scholarship reflects the commitment of the Women Grocers of America (WGA) and the National Grocers Association (NGA) to develop future leaders in the independent grocery industry. Scholarship Details Available to

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• American Culinary Federation Scholarships

• Amount$2,500
• DeadlineVaries

The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation, with the support of the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships annually to students. Scholarships Offered Apprenticeship program - up to $1,500 Certificate programs - up to $1,500 Postsecondary degree programs - up to $2,500 Eligibility Maintain a cumulative GPA of