Culinary Institute of America Scholarship
$10,000
Introduction
The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF), in partnership with the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), awards a limited number of scholarships each year to students pursuing culinary careers. Scholarship funding is made possible through contributions from members and industry partners, along with several named funds.
Scholarship awards
- Apprenticeship programs: awards up to $1,500
- Certificate programs: awards up to $1,500
- Postsecondary degree programs: awards up to $2,500
Named scholarship funds
- AAC Andrew Macrina Scholarship
- AAC Balestreri/Cutino Scholarship
- AAC John Kacala Scholarship
- AAC Ray & Gertrude Marshall Scholarship
- Chef Chris Neary Scholarship...
Introduction
The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF), in partnership with the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), awards a limited number of scholarships each year to students pursuing culinary careers. Scholarship funding is made possible through contributions from members and industry partners, along with several named funds.
Scholarship awards
- Apprenticeship programs: awards up to $1,500
- Certificate programs: awards up to $1,500
- Postsecondary degree programs: awards up to $2,500
Named scholarship funds
- AAC Andrew Macrina Scholarship
- AAC Balestreri/Cutino Scholarship
- AAC John Kacala Scholarship
- AAC Ray & Gertrude Marshall Scholarship
- Chef Chris Neary Scholarship...
New York State Hospitality and Tourism Scholarship
$6,000
Introduction
Understanding how difficult it can be to balance work and college, the Foundation provides scholarship support for students pursuing hospitality-related degrees. Awards are available to both full- and part-time students who either work at member properties, are dependents of employees at member properties, or attend a member school.
Scholarship Awards and Payment
- Full-time students: $1,500 per semester, up to $6,000 total.
- Part-time students: $750 per semester, up to $6,000 total.
- If a part-time recipient later changes status to full-time, the award amount will be adjusted to $1,500 per semester (still with a $6,000 maximum).
- Special...
Introduction
Understanding how difficult it can be to balance work and college, the Foundation provides scholarship support for students pursuing hospitality-related degrees. Awards are available to both full- and part-time students who either work at member properties, are dependents of employees at member properties, or attend a member school.
Scholarship Awards and Payment
- Full-time students: $1,500 per semester, up to $6,000 total.
- Part-time students: $750 per semester, up to $6,000 total.
- If a part-time recipient later changes status to full-time, the award amount will be adjusted to $1,500 per semester (still with a $6,000 maximum).
- Special...
American Ground Water Trust College Scholarships
$2,500
Introduction
The American Ground Water Trust (AGWT) awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to enroll at an accredited two- or four-year college or university and pursue careers connected to groundwater and water resources (examples include hydrogeology, water treatment, engineering, water law, and related fields).
New Scholarship (beginning 2025)
Starting in 2025, AGWT will add an additional $2,500 scholarship. This new award is made possible by the Trust’s program supporters and event attendees — specifically through the Trust’s ability to retain funds from credit card processing fees paid by those supporters — allowing continued investment in groundwater education....
Introduction
The American Ground Water Trust (AGWT) awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to enroll at an accredited two- or four-year college or university and pursue careers connected to groundwater and water resources (examples include hydrogeology, water treatment, engineering, water law, and related fields).
New Scholarship (beginning 2025)
Starting in 2025, AGWT will add an additional $2,500 scholarship. This new award is made possible by the Trust’s program supporters and event attendees — specifically through the Trust’s ability to retain funds from credit card processing fees paid by those supporters — allowing continued investment in groundwater education....
AIEF Undergraduate Scholarships
$2,000
Introduction
The American Indian Education Fund (AIEF) was created to expand educational access for American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian learners. Our goal is to foster strong, self-sufficient American Indian communities. Scholarship awards are determined by a national selection committee, which reviews and decides based on an overall evaluation of each completed application.
Applicant Eligibility
- Must be American Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian; the applicant or at least one parent must be an enrolled member and able to provide documentation.
- Planning to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college/university, or an accredited technical/vocational school for the...
Introduction
The American Indian Education Fund (AIEF) was created to expand educational access for American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian learners. Our goal is to foster strong, self-sufficient American Indian communities. Scholarship awards are determined by a national selection committee, which reviews and decides based on an overall evaluation of each completed application.
Applicant Eligibility
- Must be American Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian; the applicant or at least one parent must be an enrolled member and able to provide documentation.
- Planning to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college/university, or an accredited technical/vocational school for the...
State Troopers Scholarship Programs
$1,500
Introduction
The American Association of State Troopers Foundation (AASTF) offers scholarships for children of AAST members. Eligible children include biological children, legally adopted children, stepchildren, or children raised as the member’s own (claimed as a dependent on the member’s income tax).
Eligibility and award conditions
- Scholarships may be withheld or revoked for cause, including but not limited to: the recipient’s GPA dropping below the Foundation’s required minimum, withdrawal from school, or failure to comply with any Foundation requirements.
- Awards will not be distributed until the applicant has satisfied all application and documentation requirements.
Required materials and ownership
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Introduction
The American Association of State Troopers Foundation (AASTF) offers scholarships for children of AAST members. Eligible children include biological children, legally adopted children, stepchildren, or children raised as the member’s own (claimed as a dependent on the member’s income tax).
Eligibility and award conditions
- Scholarships may be withheld or revoked for cause, including but not limited to: the recipient’s GPA dropping below the Foundation’s required minimum, withdrawal from school, or failure to comply with any Foundation requirements.
- Awards will not be distributed until the applicant has satisfied all application and documentation requirements.
Required materials and ownership
-...
Lazarian Graduate Scholarship
$1,000
Overview Graduates of an accredited four-year U.S. college or university who are of Armenian descent may apply for the Lazarian Scholarship to support postgraduate study in the United States. Within the same application cycle, one award intended for a student in a science discipline will be granted from the Jacques & Arpy Seferian Family Endowment Fund. Eligibility - Must be of Armenian descent. - Must have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university in the United States. - Must demonstrate financial need. - Must be enrolled in or accepted to a graduate program (Master’s or Doctoral) in one of...
Overview Graduates of an accredited four-year U.S. college or university who are of Armenian descent may apply for the Lazarian Scholarship to support postgraduate study in the United States. Within the same application cycle, one award intended for a student in a science discipline will be granted from the Jacques & Arpy Seferian Family Endowment Fund. Eligibility - Must be of Armenian descent. - Must have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university in the United States. - Must demonstrate financial need. - Must be enrolled in or accepted to a graduate program (Master’s or Doctoral) in one of...
Massachusetts Flower Growers Association Scholarship
$6,000
The Massachusetts Flower Growers’ Association offers a scholarship program providing up to $6,000 in support, depending on the length of study. Click here for an application.
Eligibility
- Candidates must be pursuing a major in floriculture, horticulture, or a closely related agricultural science.
- Applicants are required to have been residents of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the date they submit their application.
- All completed applications must be received by May 15 of the year in which the award is to be granted.
Award details
- The scholarship is paid at $1,500 per...
The Massachusetts Flower Growers’ Association offers a scholarship program providing up to $6,000 in support, depending on the length of study. Click here for an application.
Eligibility
- Candidates must be pursuing a major in floriculture, horticulture, or a closely related agricultural science.
- Applicants are required to have been residents of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the date they submit their application.
- All completed applications must be received by May 15 of the year in which the award is to be granted.
Award details
- The scholarship is paid at $1,500 per...
Ken Yost Memorial Scholarship
$2,000
Introduction
The Missouri Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) brings together engineers, technicians, operations personnel, public works directors, business professionals, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to share knowledge, support professional development, and collaborate on community needs. The St. Louis Branch represents members from the Metropolitan St. Louis, Missouri area. The Ken Yost Memorial Scholarship honors Ken Yost, the late Public Works Director of Kirkwood, who died while serving his community.
Scholarship Overview
Each year the St. Louis Branch awards two Ken Yost Memorial Scholarships of $2,000 each to Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a college...
Introduction
The Missouri Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) brings together engineers, technicians, operations personnel, public works directors, business professionals, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to share knowledge, support professional development, and collaborate on community needs. The St. Louis Branch represents members from the Metropolitan St. Louis, Missouri area. The Ken Yost Memorial Scholarship honors Ken Yost, the late Public Works Director of Kirkwood, who died while serving his community.
Scholarship Overview
Each year the St. Louis Branch awards two Ken Yost Memorial Scholarships of $2,000 each to Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a college...
Georgia HOPE Scholarship
$7,680
Introduction
To be considered for the HOPE Scholarship, applicants must satisfy several application and eligibility requirements set by the State of Georgia and participating postsecondary institutions.
How to Apply
Students may apply for the HOPE Scholarship by choosing one of the following application methods:
- File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or
- Complete the online Georgia Student Finance Application (GSFAPP).
Important: The FAFSA must be submitted every year.
When to Apply (Deadline and Recommendation)
The application cutoff is the earlier of: the last day of the student’s school term or the student’s official withdrawal date. Because...
Introduction
To be considered for the HOPE Scholarship, applicants must satisfy several application and eligibility requirements set by the State of Georgia and participating postsecondary institutions.
How to Apply
Students may apply for the HOPE Scholarship by choosing one of the following application methods:
- File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or
- Complete the online Georgia Student Finance Application (GSFAPP).
Important: The FAFSA must be submitted every year.
When to Apply (Deadline and Recommendation)
The application cutoff is the earlier of: the last day of the student’s school term or the student’s official withdrawal date. Because...
John P. Burke Memorial Fund Scholarship
$4,000
Introduction and Deadline
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must submit a fully completed application and all required materials to the John P. Burke Memorial Fund by June 1st.
Eligibility
Applicants must have already finished at least two (2) full golf seasons of employment at a Rhode Island Golf Association member club prior to the time of application (the current season does not count). Acceptable areas of employment include:
- Golf operations (examples: caddie service, golf shop duties, cart or bag room responsibilities, and practice range staff);
- Golf course maintenance personnel;
- Front-of-house clubhouse positions that directly serve golfers...
Introduction and Deadline
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must submit a fully completed application and all required materials to the John P. Burke Memorial Fund by June 1st.
Eligibility
Applicants must have already finished at least two (2) full golf seasons of employment at a Rhode Island Golf Association member club prior to the time of application (the current season does not count). Acceptable areas of employment include:
- Golf operations (examples: caddie service, golf shop duties, cart or bag room responsibilities, and practice range staff);
- Golf course maintenance personnel;
- Front-of-house clubhouse positions that directly serve golfers...
Sowers Club of Nebraska High School Seniors Scholarship
$1,000
Award: $1,000
Application Deadline: March 31 (annually)
Overview
The Sowers Club of Nebraska Foundation offers a limited number of scholarships each year to qualified high school students. Applications are evaluated based on the criteria below.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizen and current resident of Nebraska.
- Intend to enroll full time at a Nebraska institution of higher education.
- Open to all fields of study/majors.
- Minimum high school GPA of 3.0.
Application requirements
Submit a complete, typed application and include the following materials:
- Personal information requested on the form.
- Official high school transcripts.
- A list of high...
Award: $1,000
Application Deadline: March 31 (annually)
Overview
The Sowers Club of Nebraska Foundation offers a limited number of scholarships each year to qualified high school students. Applications are evaluated based on the criteria below.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizen and current resident of Nebraska.
- Intend to enroll full time at a Nebraska institution of higher education.
- Open to all fields of study/majors.
- Minimum high school GPA of 3.0.
Application requirements
Submit a complete, typed application and include the following materials:
- Personal information requested on the form.
- Official high school transcripts.
- A list of high...
National Spanish Examination Scholarships
$1,000
Introduction
AATSP Exams (NSE), a program of the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP), aims to honor student achievement and encourage proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese language studies. In support of that mission, AATSP Exams will offer two distinct scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors in 2026.
Eligibility
- Open to graduating high school seniors in 2026.
- Applicants should review the specific rules for each scholarship before applying.
- Graduating seniors who earned NSE or NPE medals in 2024 or 2025 and who are registered to take the NSE or NPE in 2026 are strongly...
Introduction
AATSP Exams (NSE), a program of the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP), aims to honor student achievement and encourage proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese language studies. In support of that mission, AATSP Exams will offer two distinct scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors in 2026.
Eligibility
- Open to graduating high school seniors in 2026.
- Applicants should review the specific rules for each scholarship before applying.
- Graduating seniors who earned NSE or NPE medals in 2024 or 2025 and who are registered to take the NSE or NPE in 2026 are strongly...
