National Restaurant Association Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
Overview
The NRAEF distributes more than $1 million in scholarships each year to students working toward post-secondary degrees in the restaurant, foodservice, and hospitality fields.
Background and impact
Since the program began in 1987, the Foundation has granted in excess of $27 million in scholarships and grants to more than 6,000 students and foodservice educators pursuing restaurant-related degrees and professional training. In addition to student scholarships, the Foundation offers grants for educators and funding to support individuals seeking industry certifications to further their careers.
Who is eligible
Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary degree in the restaurant, foodservice, or hospitality industry.
Scholarship timeline
- January 15: Applications open
- March 15: Application deadline
- April–May: Review of scholarship applications
- June: Award notifications sent
- July–August: Recipients complete claim paperwork and payments are processed
- August 15: Last day to claim awarded scholarships