Application Deadline: on February 28, 2025.
LOCATION: USA
IFT FIRST stands for Food Improved by Research, Science, and Technology. Taking place in Chicago, IL, from July 13-16, 2025, IFT FIRST brings together global experts to explore how science and innovation are transforming food systems. Through presentations, panels, and networking, you’ll learn about the latest trends, breakthroughs, and challenges shaping the future of food. For students, IFT FIRST is the premier opportunity to jumpstart your career.
ELIGIBILITY:
Travel stipends are open to all students, regardless of membership status.
Applicants must be graduate or undergraduate students pursuing a degree in food science or a related field. Certain scholarships may have specific eligibility as determined by the sponsor.
Applicants must not be receiving funding from another source.
Recipients will need to submit a written testimonial regarding their experience at IFT FIRST and a thank-you note to the sponsor.
Recipients will be required to submit a W-9 form for a U.S. domestic student and a W8BEN for students located outside of the U.S.
BENEFIT:
Undergraduate Travel Scholarships
| Feeding Tomorrow Scholarships | $1,500 | 5 |
| IFT Food Laws & Regulations Division Scholarships | $1,300 | 2 |
| IFT Student Association Scholarship | $1,500 | 1 |
Graduate Travel Scholarships
| Feeding Tomorrow Scholarships | $1,500 | 7 |
| IFT Food Safety & Quality Management, Education, Extension & Outreach, Fruit & Vegetable Products Divisions Combined Scholarship | $1,300 | 1 |
| IFT Student Association Scholarship | $1,500 | 1 |
| IFT International Division Scholarship | $1,500 | 1 |
| IFT Nutraceutical & Functional Foods Division Scholarships | $1,500 | 2 |
| Dr. Ruth M. Patrick Scholarship | $1,500 | 1 |
| IFT Sensory & Consumer Sciences Division Scholarships | $1,000 | 4 |
