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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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