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Top 56 Food Science and Nutrition Scholarships in April 2024

Written by Will Geiger

Will Geiger is the co-founder of Scholarships360 and has a decade of experience in college admissions and financial aid. He is a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College where he personally reviewed 10,000 admissions applications and essays. Will also managed the Kenyon College merit scholarship program and served on the financial aid appeals committee. He has also worked as an Associate Director of College Counseling at a high school in New Haven, Connecticut. Will earned his master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania and received his undergraduate degree in history from Wake Forest University.

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Updated: April 1st, 2024

Are you a student pursuing food science or nutrition as a major? If so, there are a number of scholarships available for students like you who are passionate about studying food and its impact on human health.

These food science and nutrition scholarships aim to help students pursue careers in nutrition research, food production, and dietetics. With obesity rates on the rise, there is a growing need for experts in this field who can help to develop and promote healthy eating habits.

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

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1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

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The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application
1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
Apply

“Tuition Solution” Scholarship for STEM Students

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Scholarships360

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Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500…Show More

Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500…Show More

Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500 “Tuition Solution” Scholarship is meant for high school juniors and seniors (graduating class of 2024 or 2025), as well as undergraduate and graduate students enrolled during the 2023-24 academic year who are looking for ways to fund their postsecondary education in STEM. In order to apply, you must write an essay about how your passion for STEM started and how the scholarship will help you fulfill your dreams. No matter which STEM field ignites your interest, we look forward to reading your essays. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. Apply today - it’s time to cell-e-brate you!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
Apply

$40,000 Build a College List Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application
Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Junior

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Junior
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GeneTex Scholarship

Offered by GeneTex

Multiple awards worth $2,000
Deadline Jul 12, 2024
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by GeneTex

Are you a STEM major in college or university looking for help to pay off your degree? If so, consider applying for the GeneTex Scholarship!…Show More

Are you a STEM major in college or university looking for help to pay off your degree? If so, consider applying for the GeneTex Scholarship!…Show More

Are you a STEM major in college or university looking for help to pay off your degree? If so, consider applying for the GeneTex Scholarship! The scholarship is open to all STEM majors enrolled at an accredited postsecondary institution in good academic standing, including international students. Offered by GeneTex, the scholarship supports young scientists pursuing a postsecondary education to increase scientific advancement and future discoveries. GeneTex is a Texas-based life science, biotechnology company that develops and sells research reagents in the biomedical field. The GeneTex scholarship awards one student $2,000 biannually for use toward their education or other expenses. Typically, the deadlines for each year will fall in July and December or January of each year. If you are a STEM major looking for some help with tuition and fees, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth $2,000
Deadline Jul 12, 2024
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
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Niche $25,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Niche

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Niche

Easy Application

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

New Mexico Health Professional Loan Repayment Program

Offered by New Mexico Commission on Higher Education

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students

Offered by New Mexico Commission on Higher Education

Are you a healthcare professional who is residing, working full-time in, and licensed or certified in the state of New Mexico? Further, are you currently…Show More

Are you a healthcare professional who is residing, working full-time in, and licensed or certified in the state of New Mexico? Further, are you currently…Show More

Are you a healthcare professional who is residing, working full-time in, and licensed or certified in the state of New Mexico? Further, are you currently providing clinical care to patients? If so, the New Mexico Health Professional Loan Repayment Program may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the program provides repayment for outstanding student loans of practicing New Mexico health professionals. As a condition of the program, a health professional must make a three-year service commitment to practice full-time in a designated medical shortage area in New Mexico. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students
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Les Dames d’Escoffier International, Colorado Chapter Scholarship

Offered by Les Dames d'Escoffier International, Colorado Chapter

Multiple awards worth $1,500 - $2,500
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level College Students

Offered by Les Dames d'Escoffier International, Colorado Chapter

The Les Dames d'Escoffier International, Colorado Chapter Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for female students in food-related fields (such as culinary, food science, dietetics, nutrition,…Show More

The Les Dames d'Escoffier International, Colorado Chapter Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for female students in food-related fields (such as culinary, food science, dietetics, nutrition,…Show More

The Les Dames d'Escoffier International, Colorado Chapter Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for female students in food-related fields (such as culinary, food science, dietetics, nutrition, beverage and fermentation, hospitality and restaurant management, animal science, agriculture, or family and consumer sciences) attending schools in Colorado. The scholarship is awarded based on financial need, academic performance, and personal/professional accomplishments. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, don't miss out on this chance to further your education and career in the food industry! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $1,500 - $2,500
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level College Students
Get Started

$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship

Offered by SBB Research Group

1 award worth $2,500
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by SBB Research Group

Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The…Show More

Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The…Show More

Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The scholarship is awarded monthly, with 12 winners being selected throughout the year. The best part about this scholarship is the work to reward ratio. By simply submitting a short 500-word essay, you could win $2,500 from the SBB Research Group. If you fit the scholarship criteria, we encourage you to submit your essay and apply today!Show Less

1 award worth $2,500
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

James Beard Foundation Scholarships

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by James Beard Foundation

Multiple awards worth up to $20,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

Offered by James Beard Foundation

Are you an aspiring Chef, Baker, Sommelier, Restauranter, Hospitality Manager, or Food Journalist looking to further your education? If so, you might be interested in…Show More

Are you an aspiring Chef, Baker, Sommelier, Restauranter, Hospitality Manager, or Food Journalist looking to further your education? If so, you might be interested in…Show More

Are you an aspiring Chef, Baker, Sommelier, Restauranter, Hospitality Manager, or Food Journalist looking to further your education? If so, you might be interested in applying for the James Beard Foundation Scholarships! The scholarships are open to individuals seeking to enroll in an accredited culinary school or program for the upcoming Fall semester. The scholarships are offered by the James Beard Foundation, a nonprofit organization that works to celebrate and support the people behind America’s food culture. Established in 1991, the program has not only grown in visibility and financial scope, but in the array of subjects its recipients have embraced. The Foundation's scholarships award between $5,000 and $20,000 each. Altogether, these make up more than $500,000 being offered by the James Beard Foundation Scholarships this year. If you are passionate about receiving a culinary education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $20,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students
Get Started

$10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
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Walter J. Clore Scholarship

Offered by Washington Wine Industry Foundation

Multiple awards worth $1,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College Students

Offered by Washington Wine Industry Foundation

The Walter J. Clore Scholarship annually awards at least $1,000 to multiple college students studying any wine or other viticulture-related discipline. The scholarship was established…Show More

The Walter J. Clore Scholarship annually awards at least $1,000 to multiple college students studying any wine or other viticulture-related discipline. The scholarship was established…Show More

The Walter J. Clore Scholarship annually awards at least $1,000 to multiple college students studying any wine or other viticulture-related discipline. The scholarship was established in 1997 by the Washington Winegrowers Association in honor of Dr. Clore’s grape research and lifetime achievements in the fields of viticulture and enology. Working with growers, Dr. Clore and his colleagues published information on grape varieties, diseases, insects, mineral nutrition, irrigation, cover crops, weed control, and climatological effects. To learn more about the Clore scholarship, we recommend checking out this summary of each of the WWIF's Scholarship's Requirements. If you're a college student with a passion for studying any wine or viticulture-related discipline, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $1,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College Students
Get Started

Foundation Fund Scholarship

Offered by Washington Wine Industry Foundation

Multiple awards worth $2,000 - $10,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Washington Wine Industry Foundation

The Foundation Fund Scholarship annually awards between $2,000 and $10,000 to Washington State students studying wine, enology, or wine business management at Central Washington University,…Show More

The Foundation Fund Scholarship annually awards between $2,000 and $10,000 to Washington State students studying wine, enology, or wine business management at Central Washington University,…Show More

The Foundation Fund Scholarship annually awards between $2,000 and $10,000 to Washington State students studying wine, enology, or wine business management at Central Washington University, Washington State University, or pursuing a V&E Graduate Degree in food sciences. Students graduating from a Washington State high school are not required to enroll in WA State College/University. To learn more about the Foundation Fund scholarship, we recommend checking out this summary of each of the WWIF’s Scholarship’s Requirements. If you’re a college student in Washington State (or a Washington State high school graduate) with a passion for studying wine, enology, or wine business management, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $2,000 - $10,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

$1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Appily

Easy Application
Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore

Offered by Appily

Easy Application

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore
Apply

George & Susan Carter Scholarship

Offered by Washington Wine Industry Foundation

1 award worth $1,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Washington Wine Industry Foundation

The George & Susan Carter Scholarship annually awards a $1,000, auto-renewing scholarship to one Washington state resident/student pursuing a post-secondary degree in viticulture or enology.…Show More

The George & Susan Carter Scholarship annually awards a $1,000, auto-renewing scholarship to one Washington state resident/student pursuing a post-secondary degree in viticulture or enology.…Show More

The George & Susan Carter Scholarship annually awards a $1,000, auto-renewing scholarship to one Washington state resident/student pursuing a post-secondary degree in viticulture or enology. This scholarship was created to help students of limited means achieve their educational goals by providing financial assistance for up to four years of study at the associate, bachelor, or graduate level. To learn more about the George & Susan Carter Scholarship, we recommend checking out this summary of each of the WWIF’s Scholarship’s Requirements. If you’re a student from and attending school in Washington State with a passion for studying viticulture or enology, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

1 award worth $1,000
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

Edward O. Nesheim Memorial Scholarship

Offered by American Legion Department of North Dakota

1 award worth $1,500
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by American Legion Department of North Dakota

The Edward O. Nesheim Memorial Scholarship annually awards $1,500 to a college-bound high school senior who resides in North Dakota and is a direct descendant…Show More

The Edward O. Nesheim Memorial Scholarship annually awards $1,500 to a college-bound high school senior who resides in North Dakota and is a direct descendant…Show More

The Edward O. Nesheim Memorial Scholarship annually awards $1,500 to a college-bound high school senior who resides in North Dakota and is a direct descendant of a U.S. veteran who served honorably. Applicants must also have a minimum 2.75 GPA and be pursuing a degree in agriculture, human nutrition, or medicine (Medical Dr, PA, Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Pharmacy or Chiropractic). This scholarship was created by Sonja Adahl to honor the memory of her late father, Edward O. Nesheim. If you're a North Dakota resident who is a direct descendant of a U.S. veteran and will soon be enrolled in college, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

1 award worth $1,500
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level High School Senior
Get Started

$5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application
1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.

1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

Wisconsin Restaurant Association Education Foundation Student Scholarships

Offered by Wisconsin Restaurant Association

Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Wisconsin Restaurant Association

Are you a Wisconsin resident pursuing post-secondary education in fields related to the restaurant and hospitality industries, such as Culinary, Baking, Hospitality, Food Science and…Show More

Are you a Wisconsin resident pursuing post-secondary education in fields related to the restaurant and hospitality industries, such as Culinary, Baking, Hospitality, Food Science and…Show More

Are you a Wisconsin resident pursuing post-secondary education in fields related to the restaurant and hospitality industries, such as Culinary, Baking, Hospitality, Food Science and Family and Consumer Science Education? If so, consider applying for the Wisconsin Restaurant Association Education Foundation Student Scholarships! Each year, the scholarships award approximately $25,000 to post-secondary Wisconsin residents pursuing restaurant- and hospitality-related fields. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to aply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline April 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

Association for Food and Drug Officials Scholarship Awards

Offered by Association for Food and Drug Officials

Multiple awards worth $2,500
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level College Upperclassmen

Offered by Association for Food and Drug Officials

The Association for Food and Drug Officials Scholarship Awards consist of three scholarships, the "George M. Burditt Scholarship," the "Betsy B. Woodward Scholarship," and the…Show More

The Association for Food and Drug Officials Scholarship Awards consist of three scholarships, the "George M. Burditt Scholarship," the "Betsy B. Woodward Scholarship," and the…Show More

The Association for Food and Drug Officials Scholarship Awards consist of three scholarships, the "George M. Burditt Scholarship," the "Betsy B. Woodward Scholarship," and the "Denise C. Rooney Scholarship," which each award $2,500 to a college junior who has a desire to serve in a career of research, regulatory work, quality control, or teaching in an area related to some aspect of foods, drugs or consumer product safety. Applicants should have also demonstrated leadership abilities and have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA during their first two years of undergraduate study. To apply, students must submit an official and complete college transcript and letters of recommendation from two faculty members, and a brief one-page biographical sketch. If you're a college junior pursuing a career in research, regulatory work, quality control, or teaching in an area related to some aspect of foods, drugs, or consumer product safety, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $2,500
Expected deadline March 2025
Grade Level College Upperclassmen
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