Roger Vergé Endowed Scholarship

Students meeting the following requirements are encouraged to apply:

  • Class Level: Incoming, Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
  • Campus: Any campus
  • Program: Any undergraduate program
  • Minimum GPA: Incoming or CIA GPA of 2.5
  • Financial Need: Have financial need as determined by the FAFSA

Award
$6,900
Scopes
Incoming Students, Need-Based
Deadline
06/02/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please research Roger Vergé's legacy to prepare for this essay. In 350 words or fewer, discuss the evolution of French cuisine and the new generation of chefs who arose during the era of Roger Vergé. In your essay, please include your own reflections on culinary arts and food culture in America today.
  2. In an essay of 200 to 300 words, please tell us what your primary career goal is and why you have decided to pursue this career.
  3. Please write an essay of 250 words or fewer on why you have chosen to pursue a profession in the food industry. Who in the industry--past or present--has inspired you and why?