Scholarships: Undergraduate Program Grant

Scholarships: Undergraduate Program Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Academy Of Nutrition And Dietetics Foundation
Amount: US $500 - US $25,000
Last Updated: December 17, 2025

Summary

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation offers over 250 scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing dietetics. Applicants complete a single application to be considered for multiple scholarships ranging from $500 to $25,000. Eligibility includes enrollment in an ACEND-accredited program and various special criteria. This initiative supports students from diverse backgrounds, encouraging future professionals in nutrition and dietetics. Membership in the Academy is recommended but not mandatory for application.

Overview

Scholarships The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation is proud to serve as the largest provider of dietetic scholarships to deserving students at all levels of study. More than 250 scholarships are available, and applicants only need to fill out one universal application to be matched with the ones the applicant is eligible to receive. Individual scholarships range in value from $500 to $25,000 each and have varying criteria. The total amount and number of Foundation scholarships awarded each year is determined by fundraising efforts and investment returns on scholarship funds. See the Important Dates section to know when to apply.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The scholarship proudly offers a singular, centralized application. By completing our scholarship application, the Foundation will automatically consider you for every scholarship we are offering that you meet the eligibility for. If you meet our general eligibility criteria, listed below, we encourage you to consider applying.You must be accepted to, or presently enrolled in, a Didactic, Coordinated, or Future Education Model Bachelor’s program accredited by ACEND®. Unsure if your program is accredited by ACEND? Check if your program is accredited by searching ACEND®’s Accredited Program Directory. You must be minimally enrolled for four months of the academic year (August 2025 to July 2026)Other Special Criteria:You have experience as an educatorYou are a graduate of a Dietetic Technician program from a community college You are employed full-time in dietetics while a student You are returning to school after at least 5 years in the workforceYou are interested in going to medical schoolMajor or Career Goal of:Business Clinical dietetics Clinical Management Consultant dietetics in health care facility Consultation Culinary arts Foodservice administration/management Food technology Medical Nutrition Care Nutrition education Oncology Pediatric NutritionPublic or community health nutrition School nutrition service Teaching or education