Scholarship

KFC Foundation Scholarship

KFC Foundation

Award $5,000, $10,000, or $20,000
Deadline ~Mar 1, 2027 Estimated; confirm on sponsor site

Scholarships for eligible KFC restaurant employees in the U.S. to attend accredited two- or four-year colleges, trade schools, or graduate programs. Higher award tiers require higher GPA minimums.

Eligibility

Grade levels
High school senior, College undergraduate, College graduate
Minimum GPA
2.5
Essay
Required

Application requirements

  • Apply at kfcfoundation.org/scholarships when open: Optional Janet L. Kuhn essay can double one recipient's award.

Verified Jun 21, 2026 · View official source