Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarship

Permanent Illinois residents under age 30 who are enrolled full-time or substantial part-time (at least nine credit hours per term) in culinary, restaurant management, or hospitality programs at accredited schools may apply for Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation scholarships.

Scholarships are generally up to $4,000, and the number of recipients varies each year.

The application opens January 1. Submit your application by the May 1 deadline. The IRA Educational Foundation has awarded nearly $2.8 million to deserving culinary and hospitality students since its inception.