SommFoundation

Open Scholarships

We award over $100,000 in annual scholarships to beverage professionals worldwide. Currently, we offer fifteen scholarship programs, some application-based (award based on merit and need) and some competition-based. Scholarships range from $500-$5000.

Wilson Daniels Master of Wine & Master Sommelier Exam Scholarship

  • Sponsor

    Wilson Daniels


  • This application applies to Institute of Masters of Wine, MW Stage 2 candidates and to students sitting for any part of the CMS Master Sommelier Exam (theory, practical, and tasting) in 2022. Scholarship amount: $2000

  • Deadline

    August 24, 2023, 11:00 PM (Pacific)

    This application is now closed.
    All applicants have been notified of their standing.

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Essay Contest for Tasting Groups

  • Sponsor

    Bertrand’s Wines


  • SommFoundation is hosting an essay contest for tasting groups in order to further your educational blind-tasting experience. Whether you are studying for a specific exam, or just want to improve your blind tasting skills, we want to hear from you!

  • Deadline

    August 28, 2023, 11:00 PM (Pacific)

    This application is now closed.
    Vetting in process.

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Cooper’s Hawk Scholarship for BIPOC American Wine Professionals

  • Sponsor

    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant


  • This scholarship is to assist BIPOC Americans who are passionate about pursuing a career in the wine industry. Scholarship amount is $1000.

  • Deadline

    September 25, 2023, 11:00 PM (Pacific)

    This application is now closed.
    Vetting in process.

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Napa Valley Wine Academy Scholarships

  • Sponsor

    Napa Valley Wine Academy


  • These scholarships apply to any professional looking to further their wine education through online or in-person classes. ***Must work and reside in the United States.

  • Deadline

    October 2, 2023, 11:00 PM (Pacific)


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Les Dames d’Escoffier, Dallas Chapter Scholarship in Wine Studies

  • Sponsor

    Dallas Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International


  • This scholarship is to assist a woman currently working toward a high-level certification in the wine industry through IMW, CMS or WSET. Scholarship amount is $1000. Texas residents only.

  • Deadline

    October 23, 2023, 11:00 PM (Pacific)


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CMS International Advanced Course & Exam Scholarship

  • Sponsor

    Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas


  • This application applies to the 2023 CMS Advanced Course or Exam for INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTS ONLY, it excludes residents from Canada and the United States. The scholarship amount is $1285. This scholarship may be awarded retroactively for courses/exams already taken in 2023.

  • Deadline

    November 17, 2023, 11:00 PM (Pacific)


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