April 30, 2027

ACF Education Foundation Scholarships

American Culinary Federation Education Foundation · Direct application

$1,500–$2,500

Eligibility

Major
Culinary Personal Services
Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Students in ACF-affiliated apprenticeship, certificate, or postsecondary culinary degree programs may apply for general and named AAC donor scholarships. Award caps are up to $1,500 for apprenticeship or certificate study and up to $2,500 for degree programs.

Named funds include AAC Andrew Macrina, Balestreri/Cutino, John Kacala, Ray and Gertrude Marshall, Chris Neary, Daniel D'Angelo, and Linda Cullen scholarships.

Submit one ACFEF application by April 30 or October 31 each year. Separate school-specific applications exist for CIA, Johnson and Wales, and Hawaii Community College Palamanui.

The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation, supported by the American Academy of Chefs, funds culinary trade and college students nationwide.

Essay questions

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