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Do you have a passion for baking? Do you dream of being the next “Top Chef” winner? Are you studying culinary arts? If you answered yes to any of these questions, our list of scholarships for culinary arts majors can help you get some real dough. And while the dough that makes fine pastries is nice, we’re talking about the kind that can help you pay for college. Take our Scholarship Match Quiz and find the perfect scholarship for you. If you plan to become a chef, cook, or culinary master, check out our scholarships for culinary arts majors.

Culinary Arts Scholarships 2025 List

IFSEA Worthy Goal Scholarship

This scholarship is open to international and U.S. incoming, transfer, and current undergraduate students who are enrolled in a food service-related major. Students must enroll full time.
Award Amount

Total:  $96,000

Awards:  8

Deadline

Deadline:  March 31

Al Schuman Ecolab Undergraduate Entrepreneurial Scholarship

U.S. undergraduate students currently enrolled in a foodservice-related program at a participating college are eligible for this award. Students must enroll in nine or more credit hours and have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
Award Amount

Total:  $8,500

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

Cargill Global Scholars Program for U.S. Students

U.S. first- and second-year college students who are attending select universities and demonstrate high academic achievement are eligible for this award.
Award Amount

Total:  $75,000

Awards:  10

Deadline

Deadline:  March 01

Alice S. Marriott Scholarship Fund

U.S. undergraduate students who have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher are eligible for this award. Students must major in hospitality management or hotel/motel management and be part of a traditionally underrepresented group.
Award Amount

Total:  $20,000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  April 15

Frank and Ruth Bila Scholarship

Graduating high school seniors, high school graduates, or current college students between the ages of 17 and 30 in Orange County who wish to pursue a career in the field of restaurant or hotel management are eligible for this award. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, demonstrate financial need, demonstrate financial need, and enroll full time.
Award Amount

Total:  $7,500

Awards:  3

Deadline

Deadline:  March 15

NHCF Dunkin’ Donuts Scholarship Program

New Hampshire high school seniors who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need will be considered for this award. Students who meet any/all of the following criteria are given preference for funding: interest in pursuing a career in business, hospitality or food service industries; a grade point average of 3.25 or higher; substantial volunteer or community service.
Award Amount

Total:  $40,000

Awards:  20

Deadline

Deadline:  April 13

Ted Bridges Hospitality Scholarship

This scholarship is available for Vermont students who seek education or training related to hospitality or tourism. Students must demonstrate academic achievement and financial need.
Award Amount

Total:  $4,000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  February 11

Cosimo DiBrizzi Memorial Scholarship

This award is available for current high school seniors in the Mid-Hudson region who are planning to attend the Culinary Institute of America.
Award Amount

Total:  $4,500

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  April 01

Les Dames d’Escoffier Charitable Distribution Fund

This award is available for female students at Collin College, in Collin County, Texas or Tarrant County College who are majoring in hospitality and food service management, hotel restaurant management or pastry arts. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 01

Clubs of America Scholarship Award for Career Success

This award is available for U.S. and international undergraduate students who feel passionately about the career and educational path they are pursuing. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and submit an essay about his/her chosen profession.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  August 31