Donna Cattano & Israel Simões Scholarship

Students meeting the following requirements are encouraged to apply:

  • Class Level: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate
  • Campus: Hyde Park or Online
  • Program: Associates in Culinary Arts or Baking and Pastry OR Masters in Culinary Arts or Culinary Therapeutics
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Additional Note: International students welcome to apply

Award
$2,000
Deadline
10/06/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please write an original essay of at least 500 words addressing the following: 1. Describe one or more social impact activities you are or have been involved with that have created positive change for others. 2. Explain how these experiences have shaped your understanding of your community’s needs. 3. Share why continuing to contribute to a just and sustainable society is important to you after your education at the CIA, and describe your vision for how you hope to make that impact.