Scholarships and Funding
Undergraduate Scholarship Information
We understanding that paying for college can be a stressful topic. All incoming and current food science students should complete the University of Arkansas general scholarship application and the Bumpers College general application. The scholarship application cycle opens Jan. 1 and closes Feb. 15 of every year. Please visit the Bumpers College Scholarship page to learn more about the application process.
Every year the Department of Food Science Awards $19,000 to our students. See our departmental scholarships below:
Scholarship Name: |
Eligible applicants must be food science majors and meet the following criteria: |
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Jim "J. B." Brooks Memorial Scholarship |
Preference to graduate students specializing in fruits and vegetables; undergraduates also eligible; high academic performance; financial need |
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Ron Buescher Endowed Scholarship |
Preference to undergraduates involved in research activities |
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Food Science Alumni Scholarship |
no additional criteria |
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Food Science General Scholarship |
no additional criteria |
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Gerber Endowed Scholarship in Pediatric Nutrition & Food Science |
Preference to students studying in food related fields with an emphasis on pediatrics; food science and human environmental sciences majors |
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Dr. Navam Hettiarachchy Endowed Scholarship |
2.75 or higher cumulative grade point average; preference to graduates of Arkansas high schools with demonstrated superior leadership skills in support of the food industry. |
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Michael Johnson Endowed Fund in Food Science Scholarship |
Graduate student |
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Ozark Food Processors Association Ahmed and Anna Kattan Scholarship |
One scholarship to each: outstanding freshman, outstanding sophomore, outstanding junior |
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Ozark Food Processors Association Jerry Dickson Award |
Preference to students with interest in pursuing a career in the food industry |
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Ozark Food Processors Association F&H Food Equipment Co. Award |
Preference to students with interest in pursuing a career in the food industry |
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Ozark Food Processors Association Justin R. Morris Award |
Preference to students with interest in pursuing a career in the food industry |
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Ozark Food Processors Association Carolyn S.Q. Sharp Award |
Preference to students with interest in pursuing a career in the food industry |
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Ozark Food Processors Association Claude & Patty Todd Memorial |
Preference to students with interest in pursuing a career in the food industry |
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McKee Foods Corporation Endowed Scholarship |
no additional criteria |
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Justin Morris Endowed Scholarship |
Preference to undergraduates involved in research activities |
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Murphy Foundation Endowed Scholarship |
Interest in career in culinary arts; 3.00 or higher cumulative grade point average; preference to current students and transfer NWACC culinary graduates; majors in nutrition and/or hospitality also considered |
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Carolyn and Roy Sharp Scholarship |
Financial need; academic excellence |
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Joe & Gretchen Steele Scholarship |
no additional criteria |
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John W. and Trannye Odom White Scholarship |
Financial need; graduate students may be considered. |
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Kenneth and Lila Wiese Memorial Scholarship |
3.00 or higher cumulative grade point average on a 4.00 scale; preference to Arkansas residents |
External Scholarship Opportunities:
- NAMI Scholarships DUE May 31st, 2022
- Scholarship Template for Scholarships
- IFT Scholarships (Undergraduates / Graduates DUE March 1st, 2022 by 3:00 PM)
University Scholarships and Financial Aid
- University of Arkansas Academic Scholarship Office
- Arkansas Alumni Association Scholarships
- University of Arkansas Financial Aid Office
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)