KFC Foundation Scholarships
Direct application
Up to $20,000
Eligibility
Education level
High school
About this scholarship
KFC restaurant employees in good standing at participating Foundation locations who have graduated high school, earned a GED, or will graduate by May may apply for KFC Foundation scholarships. Awards range from $5,000 to $20,000 for accredited trade school, college, or graduate study.
A minimum 2.5 GPA qualifies for the $5,000 tier; a 3.5 GPA qualifies for $10,000 or $20,000 awards. Submit a complete application with an essay; winners are selected based on essay scores.
The KFC Foundation supports employees pursuing postsecondary education.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Complete application
- Essay for judging
- A 3.5 GPA qualifies an applicant for consideration for the $10,000 or $20,000 award tiers; 2.5 GPA qualifies for the $5,000 tier.
- Study must be at an accredited trade school, college, or graduate program.