Margaret and Arno Schmidt Legacy

Students meeting the following requirements are encouraged to apply:

  • Class Level: Incoming, Freshman, Sophomore
  • Campus: Any campus
  • Program: Any undergraduate student studying Culinary or Baking and Pastry Arts
  • Minimum GPA: Incoming or CIA GPA of 2.5
  • Financial Need: Have financial need as determined by the FAFSA
  • Additional Note: There is a preference for a student from the New York City area

Donor
Chef Arno Schmidt
Award
Two awards of $3,050
Scopes
Incoming Students, Need-Based
Deadline
06/02/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Arno Schmidt worked in some of the finest hotel restaurants in the world, including many in New York, most notably the Waldorf-Astoria. If you were a chef in a hotel, what area would you prefer? Catering? Fine dining? Breakfast cookery? In a 300-word essay, please explain your choice.