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Scholarships
JWU offers many scholarships and grants that assist students in paying for college, in addition to the wide variety of scholarships and grants offered by outside organizations. Students are automatically considered for merit scholarships at the point of admission; in most cases, no additional application is required. Please see below for more details.
The following scholarship and grants are for full-time, undergraduate, on-ground students and are split between the fall and spring semesters (not applicable for summer attendance). Ranges below reflect 2025-2026 anticipated scholarships for first-year students based on high school GPA.
| Scholarship Range | HS GPA |
|---|---|
| $23,000 - $30,000 | 4.00 + |
| $21,000 - $28,000 | 3.50 - 3.99 |
| $17,000 - $25,000 | 3.00 - 3.49 |
| Up to $21,000 | Below 3.00 |
JWU merit scholarships are renewable annually for up to four years (eight semesters) of continuous undergraduate attendance, assuming students maintain good academic standing.
Admissions Scholarships
Questions on admissions scholarships can be directed to the Admissions Office: Providence (401-598-2310) or Charlotte (980-598-1100).
Terms
All finalists are selected by C-CAP
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years; maintain 2.75 GPA
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Applications are available through C-CAP; submit all documentation to C-CAP.
Deadline Date
Determined by C-CAP
Selection Criteria
Selected incoming students who participated in C-CAP’s competition events; eligible students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and have a completed FAFSA on file at Johnson & Wales University. One person per campus will be selected.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Full tuition
Terms
Based upon participation in organization and formal leadership award application
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Complete CTSO Leadership Award Application found on JWU applicant portal
Deadline Date
February 15
Selection Criteria
Past or present member of CTSO with at least one year of leadership experience; CTSO includes BPA, DECA, FBLA-PBL, FFA, FCCLA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, and TSA.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$3,000
Terms
Based upon participation in an organization and transcripts.
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Indicate membership on application for admission to JWU.
Deadline Date
Scholarships awarded on an ongoing basis.
Selection Criteria
Any accepted incoming student who is a past or present member of CTSO, including BPA, DECA, FBLA-PBL, FFA, FCCLA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, and TSA.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$2,000
Terms
Based on participation in the Culinary Essentials curriculum. Must be an incoming accepted student to JWU and enrolled in a full time, day school program
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Apply for admission and indicate membership
Deadline Date
N/A
Selection Criteria
Awarded to accepted incoming students who participated in a Culinary Essentials curriculum*
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$1,000
*Amount of scholarships awarded for participation in specific high school curricula is limited to one per student.
Terms
Students must have participated on a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team or FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) team.
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Apply for admission and indicate membership
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Applicants must be a senior in high school or transfer student and accepted to JWU as a full time, day school student.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$2,000
Terms
Based upon academic record
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
A complete admissions application
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Incoming international students who demonstrate academic excellence
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Johnson & Wales University offers academic and merit-based scholarships that are renewable for up to four years. Eligibility is determined during the review of your admission application. For more information about scholarships, contact your JWU representative.
Terms
Successfully complete PrepareRI internship
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Application (43k PDF)
Deadline Date
Must apply for admission prior to November 1st
Selection Criteria
Must be accepted to JWU as a full-time, undergrad day school student
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$2,000
Terms
Incoming undergraduate first-year students who take part in a visit experience (Open House, Daily Tour, Career Explorations, or an on-campus, admissions-hosted event) by fall of their senior year of high school are eligible. First-year domestic and international students are eligible, regardless of financial need.
Conditions
Renewable for up to four years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
None
Selection Criteria
Complete admissions application is needed
Eligible Campus
All (excludes online, graduate programs and early enrollment)
Minimum/Maximum by Deadlines
- Spring 2025 applicants: Up to $4,000 ($1,000 annually)
- Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 applicants who visit by the November 17 deadline: Up to $20,000 ($5,000 annually)
- Fall 2025 applicants who visit by the February 1 deadline: Up to $4,000 ($1,000 annually)
- Fall 2026 and Spring 2026 applicants who visit and apply by November 15 deadline: Up to $20,000 ($5,000 annually)
- Fall 2026 applicants who visit and apply by February 1 deadline: Up to $8,000 ($2,000 annually)
- Fall 2026 applicants who visit and apply by May 1: Up to $4,000 ($1,000 annually)
- Fall 2027 and beyond: To be determined
Terms
Based upon participation in Lodging Management curriculum
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Apply for admission and indicate membership
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Awarded to accepted incoming students who participated in a Lodging Management curriculum*
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$1,000
*Amount of scholarships awarded for participation in specific high school curricula is limited to one per student.
Terms
Based upon high school academic record
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Must complete Johnson & Wales admissions application
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Awarded to incoming students who have outstanding high school academic records
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Johnson & Wales University offers academic and merit-based scholarships that are renewable for up to four years. Eligibility is determined during the review of your admission application. For more information about scholarships, contact your JWU representative.
Terms
Based on participation in ProStart curriculum
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Apply for admission and indicate membership
Deadline Date None
Selection Criteria
Awarded to accepted incoming students who participated in a ProStart curriculum*
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$2,000
*Amount of scholarships awarded for participation in specific high school curricula is limited to one per student
Terms
Based upon membership in Phi Theta Kappa and academic record
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Complete admissions application and be accepted
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Review of academic transcripts and membership in Phi Theta Kappa
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Johnson & Wales University offers academic and merit-based scholarships that are renewable for up to four years. Eligibility is determined during the review of your admission application. For more information about scholarships, contact your JWU representative.
Terms
Based upon academic record
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Complete Admissions application and be accepted
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Review of Academic Transcripts
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Johnson & Wales University offers academic and merit-based scholarships that are renewable for up to four years. Eligibility is determined during the review of your admission application. For more information about scholarships, contact your JWU representative.
Terms
Based upon performance in high school including rank and curriculum
Conditions
Renewable for up to four years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application process
Must complete JWU admissions application
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Awarded to entering JWU students based upon their high school record
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Johnson & Wales University offers academic and merit-based scholarships that are renewable for up to four years. Eligibility is determined during the review of your admission application. For more information about scholarships, contact your JWU representative.
Terms
Students must have participated on a VEX Robotics team during their junior or senior years in high school.
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Apply for admission and indicate membership.
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Applicants must be a senior in high school or transfer student and accepted to JWU as a full time, day school student.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to $2,000
Terms
Awarded to incoming, domestic, undergraduate students who are enrolled full time
Conditions
Must reside in university housing to receive this grant; renewable as long as residing in university housing
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Must complete Johnson & Wales admissions application
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
University Financial Aid awarding process
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to $2500
Terms
Must be accepted incoming student to JWU and enroll into Culinary Arts, Culinary Nutrition or Baking & Pastry Arts majors
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Application is available here. Recipient is chosen by facilitators from the American Academy of Chefs (AAC) and the American Culinary Federation (ACF).
Deadline Date
Dec 1
Selection Criteria
Awarded to an accepted incoming student who is enrolled in a full time, day school program at JWU
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to $2,500
Terms
Scholarships are awarded to dependents* of Compass Group North America and Compass Group subsidiary employees who have been employed for more than one year. This award is not awarded to any student who is employed by Compass Group or Compass Group subsidiary
Conditions
Renewable for up to four years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Download Compass Group Scholarship application (43K PDF)
Deadline Date
November 1
Selection Criteria
Must have an overall 3.0 GPA
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to $5,000 (60)
*Johnson & Wales University defines a dependent child as, natural child-dependent or nondependent, adopted child-dependent or nondependent, stepchild-provided that while participating in this program, he/she is claimed as a dependent on the employees tax return and lives with the employee, foster child-provided that while participating in this program he/she is claimed as dependent on the employees tax return.
Terms
Based on criteria determined by DiLeonardo International, Inc.
Conditions
Renewable with new application
Source
DiLeonardo International, Inc.
Application Process
Obtained through DiLeonardo International, Inc., or download DiLeonardo Scholarship form (PDF)
Deadline Date
February 15th
Selection Criteria
Must be admitted to JWU; be a spouse or dependent child of a DiLeonardo employer; full-time undergraduate or full-time or part-time graduate student; have completed the FAFSA application
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Awards up to $5,000
Terms
Awarded to students with financial need
Conditions
Not renewable
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
JWU Appeals Committee.
Deadline Date
Varies
Selection Criteria
JWU Appeals Committee
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Two or more sibling members of the same family simultaneously enrolled at JWU
Conditions
Renewable up to 4 years.
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
None
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Awarded to both sibling members of the same family. Contact your Financial Planner for more information.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to $2,000 each
Terms
Based on criteria determined by The Feinstein Foundation
Conditions
Renewable up to 4 years
Source
The Feinstein Foundation/Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Must complete a Johnson & Wales University admissions application and be accepted as well as complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and demonstrate financial need.
Selection Criteria
All recipients must be Rhode Island residents. Preference will be given to Feinstein Junior Scholars. Feinstein Scholar candidates must contact their Financial Planner by February 15.
Eligible Campus
Providence
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Awarded to students with financial need
Conditions
Not renewable
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
JWU Appeals Committee.
Deadline Date
Varies
Selection Criteria
JWU Appeals Committee
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Based on criteria determined by FOCUS Brands
Conditions
Renewable with new application
Source
FOCUS Brands
Application Process
Obtained through FOCUS Brands, or download Focus Brands Scholarship form (PDF)
Deadline Date
February 15th
Selection Criteria
Preference for FOCUS Brand employee/franchisee; FOCUS Brand employee’s child/franchisee’s child; FOCUS Brand employee’s spouse/franchisee’s spouse; accepted for undergraduate admission at JWU; and have completed the FAFSA application
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Awards up to $5,000
Terms
Must be a senior in high school with plans to enter college the following fall after graduating; be pursuing a bachelors degree at an accredited US institution; have critical financial need; involved in co-curricular and community activities; demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; have a min 2.0 GPA; U.S. citizen. Go to Horatioalger.org for additional information.
Conditions
Scholarship will be disbursed by Horatio Alger Association over 4 years. Student must be in good academic standing each year and is required to provide a copy of their transcripts to HAA.
Source
Horatio Alger Association with up to 100% match from Johnson and Wales University.
Application Process
To apply go to www.horatioalger.org
Deadline date
Apply between Aug 1 and Oct 30
Selection Criteria
Awarded to an incoming accepted freshman who meets all eligibility requirements.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$2,500-$20,000
Terms
Finalists are selected by James Beard Foundation
Conditions
Renewable for up to 4 years
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Applications are available through the James Beard Foundation. Select Education >> Scholarships.
Deadline Date
Postmarked by May 15th
Selection Criteria
Recipients determined by the James Beard Foundation
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to $3,000 (1)
Terms
Any student attending JWU who is a Fall River resident. Scholarship is available any/all undergraduate and graduate years
Conditions
Non renewable
Source
City of Fall River/Friends of John R. Correiro’s & Citizens Scholarship Foundation
Application Process
Applications are available at the City of Fall River Mayor’s Office; Fall River HS Guidance Offices, and the Fall River Public Library
Deadline Date
Students should inquire/apply in May, the recipient is usually chosen by August
Selection Criteria
Student is selected by a Dollars for Scholars judge who volunteers to process the applications for the city
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$500 with a 100% match by JWU
Terms
Awarded to selected students through the Financial Aid process
Conditions
Donor criteria specifies renewability
Source
Scholarship donations
Application Process
Complete the FAFSA, an applcation may be required by the donor
Deadline Date
As soon as possible after January 1
Selection Criteria
University Financial Aid Committee
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Available to all incoming domestic first-year students, including transfer students
Conditions
Renewable, if FAFSA filed by February 1
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Apply and be accepted to Johnson & Wales University and also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov using JWU’s school code, 003404
Deadline date
February 1
Selection Criteria
Student who have been accepted to Johnson & Wales University and who have completed their FAFSA by February 1 are automatically eligible.
Campus
All (excludes online, graduate programs and early enrollment)
Minimum/Maximum
Up to $1,000
Terms
Eligible JWU employees and their qualifying children maybe eligible for this scholarship
Conditions
Renewable on an annual basis provided both the child and JWU employee continue to meet all of the JWU requirements
Source
Johnson and Wales University
Application process
Applications are available in HR Pulse
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
Please refer to the JWU staff handbook or faculty manual, as applicable, for eligibility criteria
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to full-tuition
Terms
Awarded to selected students through the Financial Aid process
Conditions
Renewable
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Complete the FAFSA
Deadline Date
As soon as possible after January 1
Selection Criteria
University Financial Aid Committee
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Awarded to incoming, domestic, undergraduate, full-time students with exceptional financial need
Conditions
Must reside in university housing to receive this grant; renewable as long as residing in university housing. Note: This grant is applied to tuition cost (not housing or meal costs)
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Complete the FAFSA
Deadline Date
As soon as possible after January 1 of enrollment year
Selection Criteria
University Financial Aid awarding process
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Amounts may vary per student, per year
Terms
Awarded to selected students through the admissions or financial aid process. The scholarship is for unique awards given by Johnson & Wales University.
Conditions
Some may be renewable as indicated on the acceptance letter
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Varies per award
Deadline Date
Varies
Selection Criteria
Varies by award type
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Awarded to selected students through the financial aid process
Conditions
Not renewable
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Complete the FAFSA
Deadline Date
As soon as possible after January 1st
Selection Criteria
University Financial Aid award process
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Awarded to eligible veterans and their dependents who are eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits at 100%
Conditions
Varies
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Students should contact the VA central office
Deadline Date
None
Selection Criteria
For more information contact your financial planner at the campus you attend
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Awarded through the financial aid process
Conditions
Non-renewable
Source
Lee Kum Kee Ambassador Scholarship
Application Process
Complete the FAFSA
Deadline Date
As soon as possible after October 1st
Selection Criteria
University Financial Aid Committee
Eligible candidates must be pursuing an Associate in Science degree in Culinary Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree in Culinary Arts or Culinary Science & Product Development Minimum grade point average of 2.5 is required at the time of selection
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
$10,000 per award (Three awards will be made per academic year.)
Terms
Awarded to selected new and returning students through the financial aid process
Conditions
Renewable
Source
Marriott Hotel Foundation
Application Process
Complete the FAFSA
Deadline Date
As soon as possible after January 1st
Selection Criteria
University Financial Aid Committee
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
JWU Resident student who demonstrates strong academic performance along with necessary skills
Conditions
Resident Assistants (RA) must maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA. All RAs must be enrolled full-time and in good standing with Student Financial Services.
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Applications available via jwuLink
Deadline Date
Varies per campus
Selection Criteria
Awarded to all students who are selected for this program and meet the programs’ participation requirements
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Academic Year:
Level 1: Up to $3,500 scholarship per term
Level 2: Up to $3,834 scholarship per term
Level 3: Up to $4,167 scholarship per term
Summer: Up to $2,000 for successful completion of the summer term
Terms
Based on criteria determined by The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
Conditions
Renewable with new application
Source
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
Application Process
Contact Janette Goodman at janette-goodman@ritzcarlton.com and download Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman Scholarship Application form
Deadline Date
February 15
Selection Criteria
Eligible recipients must be graduates of one of Grand Cayman's government high schools and be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in the College of Food Innovation & Technology (CFIT) or the College of Hospitality Management on any campus of JWU including the College of Professional Studies. Certificate programs are not eligible.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to four-year scholarship covering tuition, room and board, and academic fees, with an additional $1,000 for books and supplies
Terms
Awarded to selected student employees who work for JWU in the summer
Conditions
Not renewable
Source
Johnson & Wales University
Application Process
Students must apply and work in an approved summer employment position
Deadline Date
Varies
Selection Criteria
Students are hired by various JWU supervisors
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Varies
Terms
Based on criteria determined by the Smithfield Foundation
Conditions
Renewable with application
Source
Smithfield Foundation
Application Process
Obtained through parent’s or grandparent’s employer or download Smithfield Foundation Scholarship form (73K PDF)
Deadline Date
June 15th
Selection Criteria
Must be a dependent child or grandchild of full-time or retired employee of Smithfield Foods, Inc., and its family of companies; accepted for undergraduate admission at JWU; and have completed the FAFSA application
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Awards up to $5,000
Terms
Students who meet the qualifications of both JWU and have a parent who is employed by a TE participating college or university are eligible to apply for this scholarship
Conditions
Renewable on an annual basis provided the student is certified by the eligible parents employing TE college or university and the student continues to meet all of the JWU eligibility requirements
Source
Johnson and Wales University
Application process
Students who have a parent employed at a participating TE college or university must begin the process at that school. The TE officer at that school submits the appropriate forms to JWU. The student must still apply for admission to JWU.
Deadline Date
January
Selection Criteria
Students must be admitted to JWU to receive the scholarship and they must be certified for eligibility by a participating TE college or university.
Eligible Campus
All
Minimum/Maximum
Up to full-tuition
Grants
If you have federal financial aid eligibility, you may qualify for grants like these:
Federal Pell Grant
$7,395* for undergraduate students who have not earned a previous bachelor’s degree.
*Maximum for 2024-25.
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant
Up to $1,000 annually. Awarded based on exceptional financial need.
Johnson & Wales Grant
Awarded based on federal financial aid eligibility.