Top 24 Culinary Scholarships in August 2026

Are you a high school senior or currently enrolled college student looking to enter the Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management fields? If so, check out the GoFoodservice Scholarship! This scholarship is open to high school seniors who plan to enroll in college at the start of the next school year, or all students who are currently enrolled in a Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management program. The scholarship is funded by GoFoodservice, an online dealer of quality restaurant equipment & restaurant supplies. Applicants have a chance of winning $500 to go towards their educational expenses. If you’re passionate about food and lessening your college debt burden, we encourage you to apply to the GoFoodservice scholarship!Show Less

Need help paying for college? If you’re a high school senior from San Diego County, you should know that the San Diego Chapter of AIWF awards scholarships for students pursuing a degree in culinary arts, enology/viticulture, or beverage studies.  This scholarship, worth up to $3,000, is offered to high school seniors and college students in San Diego County, California who are pursuing careers in culinary arts and enology/viticulture. Awards must be used at a school that offers continuous, relevant hands-on, in-person experience rather than online studies. To be considered, applicants must submit an application, resume, and two letters of recommendation.  If you think you’d be a good candidate for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply! Plus, don’t forget to check out other culinary scholarships that you could qualify for. Apply today and take the first step toward your future!Show Less

If you're interested in a career in the culinary industry, easily financing your culinary studies will be more than just a dream with the Food Dreams Scholarship! The Food Dreams Scholarship is open to students who have graduated high school (or an international equivalent) and those older. The scholarship is funded by Food Dreams (founded by the renowned chef Jean-Georges), a nonprofit foundation established in 2016. Food Dreams aims to help aspiring chefs throughout the world gain access to culinary education and career opportunities in the restaurant industry that would otherwise be out of reach. In addition to scholarships to prestigious institutes such as the Culinary Institute of America and the Institute of Culinary Education, Food Dreams also provides post-graduate mentorship programs in Jean-Georges’ restaurants around the world.Show Less

Are you a college student passionate about beef advocacy? If so, consider applying for the College Beef Advocacy Program! Each year, the year-long program selects multiple winners to join the program and become experienced in beef advocacy by providing top-notch training, access to educational resources, and unique experiences. At the end of their service, members will receive $2,000 each. To be considered for the program, interested students must submit a biography of 250 words or less, an essay of 300 words or less, an on-campus advocacy plan, a social media advocacy plan, a video illustrating their advocacy for the beef industry, two letters of recommendation, and certifications from completing a Masters of Beef Advocacy and Beef Quality Assurance. If you wish to advocate for the beef industry, we encourage you to apply for the College Beef Advocacy Program! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Got a sweet tooth? Or, better yet, an interest in pursuing a career in confectionery technology? If so, look no further! The American Association of Candy Technologists may have the perfect opportunity for you. Each year, their John Kitt Memorial Scholarship awards $2,500 to a college sophomore, junior, or senior with an interest in confectionery technology. Applicants must be attending an accredited four-year university, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be majoring in a food science, chemical science, biological science, or related field. They must also demonstrate interest in confectionery technology via research projects, work experience, formal study, and/or more. If you'd like to be your very own Willy Wonka and pursue a degree in candy-making, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Kansas high school (or home school) graduate (or GED holder) who is enrolled in or has been accepted for admission to a career technical education program? If so, you may be eligible for the Kansas Career Technical Workforce Grant! Each year, the grant awards up to $1,000 per year to multiple Kansas residents enrolled in technical certificate or associate of applied science degree programs in a high cost, high demand and critical industry field. To be considered, applicants must submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), the State of Kansas Student Aid Application, and have an official at their higher educational institution complete the Career Technical Workforce Grant Verification Form. If you're a Kansas resident in an eligible technical certificate or associate of applied science program, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you interested in pursuing a career in the hospitality industry? Do you also reside in Arkansas? If so, you may be eligible for the Arkansas Tourism and Hospitality Education Foundation Scholarship! This $2,000 scholarship is offered to high school seniors and college students who are seeking their professional certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or hospitality. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be enrolled in an AHA-approved hospitality program at an accredited culinary school, college, or university.  To apply, applicants must submit proof of enrollment, academic transcript, and two letters of recommendation. To keep your scholarship search rolling, we encourage you to explore other Arkansas scholarships and hospitality scholarships waiting for you on Scholarships360. Good luck!Show Less

The James T. and Rose M. Perryman Family Foundation Trade School Scholarship supports students who reside within 150 miles of the borough of Houston, Pennsylvania. Students who plan to study for a technical degree or certification to include fields such as welding, machining, mechatronics, networking, and automation are eligible to apply.Show Less

The CRF General Scholarship is a prestigious award that recognizes the hard work and dedication of current and incoming post-secondary students from California who aspire to pursue higher education in the restaurant, food service, and hospitality industries. Each year, the scholarship awards up to $2,000 and $4,000, respectively, to California residents pursuing two- and four-year degrees in hospitality or food service-related fields. Instructors who want to continue their education are also eligible to apply. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to achieve your dreams and make a difference in the food industry! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The California Restaurant Foundation General Scholarship awards dozens of scholarships to deserving high school seniors and undergraduate students who dream of pursuing higher education to study the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industries. Applicants must be California residents, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and be enrolled in or will be enrolled in a minimum of nine credit hours at an accredited foodservice-related postsecondary for two consecutive semesters or terms starting in the fall. In addition, applicants should have restaurant or hospitality industry experience. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you of American Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian ethnicity? Are you also pursuing a career in tourism? If so, then you may be eligible to apply for the AINTA Scholarship!  This scholarship offers five high school seniors and college students $2,000 per academic year to support their studies at an accredited higher education institution. To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a degree in hospitality, tourism, recreation, culinary arts, or related fields. Applicants must also have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and agree to return twelve volunteer hours with AIANTA, a Tribe, national park, or public lands institution within the awarded year to be eligible for the following year. Applicants must submit an essay, proof of enrollment, and academic transcript to apply for this award. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to explore other scholarships for minority students available through Scholarships360. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

The FRLAEF Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors. Students seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree in a culinary or hospitality program are eligible to apply.Show Less

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, worth up to $4,500, is awarded based on financial need, academic performance, and personal/professional accomplishments. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must submit a completed application, including five (5) short essay questions, an official transcript, an electronic Student Aid Report (SAR), and two (2) letters of recommendation. 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!Show Less

Are you pursuing a degree related to the restaurant industry? If so, you might consider applying for the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships! These scholarships are open to undergraduate students interested in the culinary arts. These scholarships are awarded by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, which has provided merit-based scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing degrees related to the restaurant industry since 1987. If you’re a student currently enrolled or planning to major in a culinary arts program, consider applying for one of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships!Show Less

The Jake Gilbert Memorial Culinary Arts Scholarship is open to graduating seniors and graduates of high schools in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Wolcott, Connecticut. Students seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree in culinary arts are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The Welfare League SRJC Scholarship offers financial assistance for students attending Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) who are pursuing agricultural sciences, business, criminal justice and law enforcement, culinary arts, engineering, information technology, natural resources, and conservation, or public relations and safety or related fields. High school seniors or community college students who graduated from Sonoma County high schools are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The California State Fair Culinary Cooking, Hospitality Management, or Event Planning Scholarship provides financial assistance to residents of California who are studying or planning to study culinary cooking, hospitality management, or event planning. Qualified high school seniors or undergraduates seeking a professional certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The Florida PTA/PTSA Vocational/Technical Scholarship is specifically for Florida residents who wish to pursue their post-secondary education at a Vo-Tech program or institution. Applicants must submit two (2) letters of reference (one from school and one from community), a high school transcript, an official SAT and/or ACT scores report, and an essay about how PTA can help support the applicant's local community. If you're a Florida resident looking to attend a Vocational/Technical school after high school graduation, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you an Oklahoma resident currently pursuing an education in the culinary, hospitality or food service industry? If so, you may be eligible for the Alberta Brannon Memorial Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to one post-secondary student from Oklahoma who is pursuing an education in the culinary, hospitality or food service industry. The scholarship was established by family in memory of Mrs. Brannon, a longtime Oklahoma City caterer and restaurant owner. If you wish to continue Mrs. Brannon's legacy and pursue your dream career in the hospitality, culinary, or food service industry, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less