Students

Awards and Scholarships

The Philadelphia Section IFT is a proud supporter of exceptional students. Every year we award 5 scholarships to deserving students. The criteria, application, and deadline to apply will be posted here. In addition, students are offered discounted registration rates for Philadelphia Section IFT meetings.

PHILADELPHIA IFT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

The scholarship application process requires completing the registration form and providing supporting documents to qualify. All applications must be received by May 11, 2020.

APPLICATION CRITERIA

1. Applicants must be full time students, enrolled in an approved degree program in or related to Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary, Technology, or related fields as listed in IFT Scholarship/Fellowship Guidelines. Applicants may be high school seniors, college undergraduates, or college graduate students. Applications will be judged without discrimination for age, sex, nationality, religion or other criteria that could be considered discriminatory.
2. Applicants must be members of the IFT and Philadelphia Section of the IFT.
3. Recipients must use scholarship funds for qualified expenses (tuition, books, fees directly associated with the pursuit of the degree) within one year of receipt or may apply in writing for an extension. All payments will be paid jointly to the student AND academic institution.
4. Scholarships are based upon academic achievement and leadership activities as well as involvement in the food industry.

5. Applications must be submitted by the deadline and in English. Late applications will not be accepted. All information will be treated confidentially. Following the awarding of scholarships, all submitted documents will be destroyed by the Philadelphia IFT Scholarship Chair.

Beyond supporting scholarships and students in higher learning institutions, section members often participate in programs that raise awareness of food science and the food science and technology industry. Section members can be found in K-12 classrooms throughout the section area working with younger students to get them excited about food science.

Student members of IFT are encouraged to become involved in the Philadelphia Section. The networking offered through section events can be important in the development of your career. Our section offers valuable opportunities to make contacts within the local community to help with research, internships and employment.

The Philadelphia Section is also a proud supporter of the IFT Student Association (IFTSA). IFTSA is a forward-looking, student-governed community of IFT members. Membership in IFTSA can help you become a more successful student and enhance your future as a food science professional. Through competitions, networking, and leadership opportunities, you’ll set yourself apart from your classmates (unless they’re members too). Learn more here. You’ll see details about scholarships, competitions, internships and more!

Scholarship Program Announcement

The Philadelphia IFT Scholarship program is designed to foster the study of Food Science and Technology and related fields for students based in the Philadelphia area. In addition, this program is also used as a recruitment tool for local colleges and universities that promote the advancement of Food Science/Technology or other closely related fields.

To apply for the scholarship, please visit here.

Contact:

Jake Hammerman
jake.hammerman@gmail.com
Philadelphia IFT Scholarship Chair