The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation, with the support of the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships annually to students:

• Apprenticeship program - up to $1,500
• Certificate programs - up to $1,500
• Postsecondary degree programs - up to $2,500

ACFEF Scholarship Applications

Scholarship deadlines are April 30 and October 31 of each year.

Eligibility Requirements

• Be an exemplary student and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Be currently accepted to an accredited institution with a culinary, pastry, or foodservice-related major.

Application Procedure

• Applications are based on a point system and will be evaluated by the scholarship selection committee.
• Points can be earned for: academic grade point average; culinary competition participation; culinary volunteer activities; ACF involvement.
• Students will be notified by email of any scholarship award or denial 30 business days after the application deadline.
• Applicants are encouraged to reapply if scholarships are needed in future years.
• ACF reserves the right to cancel any scholarship at any time if the applicant fails to meet the standards of academic progress or falsifies information reported

Scholarship Amount: $2500 (10 awards)

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026