Scholarship Application Process

Eligibility Criteria:

  1. Current Enrollment:

    • Must be a graduating senior enrolled in a high school in Maryland. 

    • Must be accepted into a 2 or 4 year college pursuing culinary/hospitality or accepted into a culinary program 

  2. GPA:

    • A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.

  3. Transcript:

    • Provide an official high school transcript showing current GPA and academic progress.

How To Apply:

1. Essay (300-500 words):

Write a compelling essay that addresses the following:

  • Your Passion for Culinary Arts: Describe your journey and what ignited your passion for cooking and culinary arts.

  • Why Should We Select You?: Highlight your unique qualities, experiences, and why you deserve this scholarship.

  • Culinary Vision for Your Future: Explain your career goals in the culinary world and how this scholarship will help you achieve them.

    2. Provide two references:

  • Character Reference: A teacher, mentor, coach, or community leader who can speak to your personal character, work ethic, and dedication.

  • Culinary Recommendation: A recommendation from an employer, culinary instructor, or professional in the culinary field who can attest to your abilities, passion, and potential in the culinary arts.

Submission

Email completed application submissions to chefkevces@gmail.com

Upcoming Scholarship Timeline:

  • Open Application Period: March 2025

  • Application Deadline: May 2025

  • Recipient Announcement: June 2025

Selection Process:

Applications will be reviewed by a panel of industry professionals and educators in the culinary arts. The selection committee will assess applicants based on the following criteria:

  • Passion for cooking and the culinary arts

  • Clear vision for a future culinary career

  • Academic achievements and extracurricular involvement

  • Quality of essays and letters of recommendation

Scholarship Award:

  • The selected recipients will receive a scholarship to help fund their culinary education and career development.

  • The scholarship can be applied to tuition or related educational expenses and provided directly to the college / institution. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

  • Yes, as long as you are enrolled in a high school culinary program or pursuing some form of culinary education.

  • You will receive a confirmation email once we have received your completed application.

  • Yes, applicants planning to pursue culinary school after graduation are encouraged to apply.