Scholarships
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
- Post-secondary degree programs - up to $2,500
Thank you to our members and partners who generously donate funds. In addition to general scholarship donations, the following funds support our scholarship offerings:
- AAC Andrew Macrina Scholarship
- AAC Balestreri/Cutino Scholarship
- AAC John Kacala Scholarship
- AAC Ray & Gertrude Marshall Scholarship
- Linda Cullen Scholarship
Special thanks to the Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Foundation for their continuous support.
Memorial Donations
Chef James Sanders (41) was a talented executive chef in New York City for several years. He was passionate about becoming a chef from a young age and he overcame many obstacles to excel in his career. His family would love to celebrate James’s life by giving young chefs the chance to live out their passion for culinary arts.
ACFEF Scholarship Applications
Scholarship deadlines are April 30 and October 31 of each year. Previously printed applications will be accepted for the April 30, 2018, deadline.
Scholarship Applications for Specific Schools
Professional Development Grants
Grants will be awarded on a competitive basis to exemplary working culinary professionals who wish to update their skills through continuing education. Grants will be awarded based on availability of funds throughout the year.
National Organization Sponsored Scholarships
Women Chefs & Restaurateurs - Global scholarships for culinary and hospitality professionals.
Online Scholarship Resources
ASU Online - Offers a checklist for student success.
Resources for First Generation College Students.
FastWEB - Provides access to a database of more than 400,000 private sector scholarships, fellowships, grants and student loans.
Fiscal Tiger - Provides definitions on all things student finance related.
Scholarship Experts - Helps students and parents find free scholarships to pay for college.
Chegg - Matches students with scholarships.
A guide to debt free college degrees.
A guide to online college financial aid.
A guide to college perks.
Student Loans Guide - Guide to help incoming and current college students navigate the confusing process of student loans.
Questions
For more information, please call (800) 624-9458, ext. 254, or e-mail educate@acfchefs.net.