The Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts welcomes applicants for its merit-based and need-based scholarships for our Professional Chef Training Program. Most scholarship awards range from $1000 to $5000. A limited number of larger scholarships may be offered per the discretion of the Academy.
* Please note this scholarship information applies only to our Austin campus.
The deadline to apply for scholarships for all tracks occurs on a rolling basis. The deadlines for scholarship submissions in 2013 are: February 8th, March 15th, May 3rd, June 7th, August 2nd, September 6th, November 1st and December 6th. For more information, email info@naturalepicurean.com or call (512) 476-2276..
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Diet and Healthcare Scholarship
Who's eligible: Nurses, therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists and others health care professionals
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
• A statement of 300-900 words describing how you intend to bring the culinary training you receive into the health care field
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
To apply, please click here.
Career Changer Scholarship
Who's eligible: Applicants demonstrate an intention to employ the culinary training they receive through the Natural Epicurean in a meaningful way. This award is designed for individuals who have two or more years of professional experience working in non-culinary industries. Individuals who have demonstrated leadership and progressive responsibility in fields such as Technology, Marketing, Communications, Education, Policy, Planning, Law, and Business Administration are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates have a passion for vegetarian cooking, a commitment to a health-supportive lifestyle which includes diet as an important component, an intention to employ the culinary training they will receive in the health care field in some significant way, personal discipline, aptitude for culinary studies, and previous success in other rigorous endeavors.
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
•A statement of 300-900 words describing how you intend to integrate Natural Epicurean culinary arts training into your new career path.
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
To apply, please click here.
Registered Yoga Teacher Scholarship
Who's eligible: Registered Yoga Teacher at the 200-hour level (RYT-200) recognized through Yoga Alliance, who demonstrate an intention to integrate the culinary training they receive with their work as a yoga instructor
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
• A statement of 300-900 words describing how you intend to integrate the culinary training they receive twith their yoga teaching
• Verification of your RYT-200 status
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
To apply, please click here.
Macrobiotic Diet & Lifestyle Scholarship
Who's eligible: People who demonstrate a commitment to macrobiotic diet and lifestyle.
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
• A statement of 300-900 words describing your study and practice of macrobiotics
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
To apply, please click here.
AOMA Scholarship
Who's eligible: People who demonstrate an intention to employ the culinary training they receive through the Natural Epicurean in a significant way, supporting AOMA and The Natural Epicurean's shared commitment to education in health and wellness. This scholarship is specifically available for members of the AOMA community: including graduates, students, faculty, and staff members.
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
• A statement of 300-900 words describing how you intend to integrate the culinary training they receive with health and wellness
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
Application Deadline: inquire for more details
To apply, please click here.
Culinary Trust Scholarship
In 2013, The Culinary Trust will be offering opportunities for culinary professionals to improve their skills and act on critical issues in the world of food.
To apply, please click here.
Youth Promise Scholarship
Who's eligible: High school seniors and recent high school graduates
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
• A statement of 300-900 words describing the potential and promise you hold to make a difference for yourself and your community
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
To apply, please click here.
Advocacy Scholarship
Who's eligible: Individuals who want to apply their Natural Epicurean training towards issues of food policy and advocacy, including but not limited to: justice, access and equity, food systems, community food programming and education, environmental and welfare.
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
• A statement of 300-900 words describing why you have an interest in advocacy and how you intend on applying your Natural Epicurean training to effect change in this area.
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
To apply, please click here.
Entrepreneurial Spirit Scholarship
Who's eligible: Individuals who have both aspirations for small business development and proven track record of success in entrepreneurial activities. Individuals who demonstrate progress and initiative in starting a food related business (product, restaurant, food cart, personal chef)
What's required:
• Complete application to the Natural Epicurean Professional Chef Training Program
• A statement of 300-900 words describing how you intend on leveraging your Natural Epicurean training towards the realization of an established business objective already in progress. Clearly explain the business concept and provide relevant materials to substantiate how a Natural Epicurean experience will help move you forward.
• One to three professional or academic letters of reference
To apply, please click here.
