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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 applying for the James Beard Foundation Scholarships! The scholarships are open to culinary workers seeking an education at an accredited culinary school or program, hospitality institution, or university. 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 $2,000 and $20,000 each. Altogether, these make up the roughly $475,000 being offered by the James Beard Foundation Scholarships this year. If you are passionate about receiving a culinary education, we encourage you to apply!
The scholarships are open to aspiring and established culinary professionals looking to enroll at a culinary school, hospitality institution, or university. However, the specific eligibility requirements vary for each scholarship. In addition to those listed below, applicable interests include: Hospitality Management, Beverage Studies, Master Sommelier Programs, Food Journalism, & Culinary Science.
High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students
US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Canadian Citizens, DACA, Other
Culinary Arts
To apply for this scholarship, students must submit an online application and the below application materials.
At least one (1) Essay
Academic transcript
Letters of Recommendation
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