Description

Are you a first-year, undergraduate, or graduate student looking for financial assistance to study food science? The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Feeding Tomorrow Fund Scholarships 2025-2026 are now open for applications from January 6, 2025, to February 28, 2025. These scholarships are available for students pursuing degrees in the science of food at accredited universities in the United States and internationally. The financial benefits range from $1,500 to $6,000, depending on the scholarship type. IFT FIRST Travel Scholarships are also available for students to attend the IFT FIRST conference from July 13-16, 2025. If you meet the eligibility criteria, apply now and secure funding for your academic journey!

Why Apply for IFT Scholarships?

IFT is committed to advancing education in food science and offers a variety of scholarships for students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. These scholarships help cover tuition fees, research expenses, and travel costs for professional development.

Degree Level

IFT USA Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Undergraduate, Graduate level programs at USA Universities.

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Food Sciences
• Food Technology

Benefits

1. First-Year Academic Scholarships

• Financial Benefits: $2,000 (4 scholarships available)

2. Undergraduate Academic Scholarships

• Financial Benefits: Scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $5,000

Specialized Undergraduate Scholarships

• Feeding Tomorrow Financial Need Scholarships ($2,000, 5 awards)
• Feeding Tomorrow International Scholarships ($2,000, 4 awards)
• Feeding Tomorrow General Undergraduate Scholarships ($2,000, 9 awards)
• IFT Food Engineering Division Scholarship ($5,000, 1 award)
• McCormick and Company Scholarship ($1,500, 1 award)
• Edlong Scholarship ($2,000, 1 award)
• Evan Turek Memorial Scholarships ($2,000, 2 awards)

3. PepsiCo and IFT Academic and FIRST Travel Undergraduate Hybrid Scholarship

• Financial Benefits: $6,000 (1 award)

4. Graduate Academic Scholarships

• Financial Benefits: Scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $5,000

Specialized Graduate Scholarships

• Dr. Richard L. Hall Flavor Science Scholarship ($2,000, 2 awards)
• Edlong Graduate Scholarship ($2,500, 1 award)
• Feeding Tomorrow Financial Need Scholarships ($3,000, 5 awards)
• Gerber Foundation Pediatric Scholarship ($3,000, 2 awards)
• Sensory & Consumer Sciences Division Scholarship ($4,000 MS / $5,000 PhD, 2 awards)

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

Available IFT Scholarships 2025-2026

1. First-Year Academic Scholarships

Eligibility:

• GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Must enroll as a full-time student pursuing food science

2. Undergraduate Academic Scholarships

Eligibility:

• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must be enrolled in a food science program
• IFT Student Membership preferred

3. PepsiCo and IFT Academic and FIRST Travel Undergraduate Hybrid Scholarship

Eligibility:

• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must pursue a degree in food science
• Preference for students with IFT Student Membership

4. Graduate Academic Scholarships

Eligibility:

GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Must pursue an MS or PhD in food science
• IFT Student Membership preferred

Application Procedure

How to Apply for IFT Scholarships?

• Visit the official IFT Feeding Tomorrow Fund website.
• Select the appropriate scholarship program key (e.g., IFTF for First-Year, IFT for Undergraduate & Graduate, Caldwell for Dr. Elwood F. Caldwell Graduate Fellowship).
• Complete the online application by February 28, 2025.
• Submit all required documents, including transcripts and proof of enrollment.
• Winners will be notified in April 2025, and funds will be distributed in June 2025.

Application Deadline

• Opens: January 6, 2025
• Closes: February 28, 2025
• Winner Notifications: April 2025

Fund Distribution:

• IFT FIRST Travel Scholarships: May 2025
• Undergraduate & Graduate Scholarships: June 2025

Final Thoughts

IFT Scholarships provide an excellent opportunity for students passionate about food science to receive financial aid and career development opportunities. If you are interested in food process engineering, sensory sciences, or nutrition, apply today and secure funding for your academic future!