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National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships

National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships

Applicable For:

High School Seniors & College Students

Max Award Amount:

$10,000

Application Deadline:

15/03/2023
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About This Scholarship

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) offers various scholarships to individuals who are pursuing careers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. The NRAEF is a non-profit organization that is committed to promoting and supporting the development of the restaurant and foodservice industry’s workforce.

The NRAEF scholarships are available to students who are enrolled in post-secondary culinary or hospitality programs. The scholarship amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship program, ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 per year. Some of the NRAEF scholarship programs include:

ProStart Scholarship: This scholarship is available to high school seniors who are enrolled in a ProStart program and planning to pursue a career in the restaurant and foodservice industry.

Restaurant Employee Scholarship: This scholarship is available to individuals who are currently working in the restaurant and foodservice industry and planning to pursue higher education in the industry.

Jams Beard Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is available to culinary students who are passionate about food and committed to pursuing a career in the culinary arts.

Future Operators Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who are interested in becoming restaurant owners or operators.

Eligibility Criteria For National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships

The eligibility criteria for these scholarships may vary depending on the specific scholarship, but generally, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a high school senior, high school graduate, or current postsecondary student enrolled in a culinary or hospitality program.
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a career in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
  • Provide documentation of financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement.

Meet any additional requirements specified by the particular scholarship, such as residency in a particular geographic area or enrollment in a specific program.

Applicants will need to complete an application, provide transcripts, letters of recommendation, and an essay or personal statement, as well as any other documentation required by the scholarship program.

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