National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships

National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
scholarshipNationalUpcoming
Deadline: March 15, 2027

$1.2M+ awarded annually

View Scholarship Details Last checked: October 13, 2026

About this opportunity

NRAEF awards more than $1.2 million in scholarships to individuals pursuing postsecondary degrees in restaurant, foodservice and hospitality. It also offers grants for educators and for people seeking industry certifications. Applications open each year January 15 – March 15.

Who can apply?

  • Students
  • Teachers
  • National eligibility

What can funding be used for?

TuitionCertifications

How to apply

Apply on the NRAEF scholarships page during the annual window.

Go to the official application

Verify all eligibility, funding amounts and deadlines with the official funding organization before applying.

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