Scholarships
There are many department-level and college-level scholarship funds available to you. To apply, simply fill out the applications from the links below, and you’ll be considered for appropriate department and college-level scholarships based on your major and college designation.
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) is jointly administered through both the College of Human Sciences and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and you are eligible for scholarships through your respective college.
Undergraduate Student Scholarships
There are many scholarships available for FSHN undergraduate students. View the undergraduate scholarships list (PDF) for descriptions of scholarships offered by FSHN.
One submission only: Apply for both college and department scholarships by completing one application.
Deadlines: View College of Agriculture and Life Sciences deadlines. View College of Human Sciences deadlines.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
Many scholarship applications are due in January and February of each year. However, a few are due earlier. Check the following individual websites for specific details:
Iowa State University Scholarships
President’s Leadership Initiative Awards and Minority Scholarships
Unpaid Internships or Student Teaching Scholarships
Iowa 4-H Scholarships (for former Iowa 4-Hers attending Iowa State University)
Iowa State University Women’s Club Scholarships
Cargill Global Scholars Program
Women in Science and Engineering Scholarships
Nutrition and Dietetics Scholarships
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Iowa Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
National Association of College & University Food Services Scholarships
Food Science and Culinary Food Science Scholarships
Institute of Food Technologists
Institute of Food Technologists – Iowa Section
American Oil Chemists’ Society
American Association of Candy Technologists
National Poultry & Food Distributors Association
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Food Science and Human Nutrition Student Services
220 MacKay Hall
2302 Osborn Drive
Ames, IA 50011-1078