Description
The IFA Foundation currently offers two scholarships to be awarded in January 2027.
Applications are open September 1 - November 20, 2026.
Through this application, individuals may apply for one or both scholarships.
The Doc Cohen Franchising Scholarship honors franchising great Doc Cohen by recognizing and supporting the next generation of franchising leaders. This competitive award, presented annually, provides to one recipient a $5,000 scholarship, which includes tuition assistance and the recipient's costs to travel to attend the IFA Annual Convention. The recipient may also have the opportunity to connect directly with Doc Cohen and his robust network in the franchising industry. To be eligible, you must be enrolled in an accredited college/university in the U.S. with a major or primary focus in one or more of the following areas of study: business, finance, marketing, food service, hospitality, franchising, or entrepreneurship. You must also be able to attend the 2027 IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV from February 22-24, 2027.
Created in memory of the co-founder of Subway, the IFA Foundation Scholarship Sponsored by The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation recognizes and supports outstanding students interested in franchising who are enrolled in an accredited college/university with studies in business or franchise management. This competitive award, presented annually, provides one recipient a $4,000 scholarship, which includes tuition assistance and the recipient's costs to travel to attend the 2027 IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV from February 22-24, 2027. To be eligible, you must be enrolled in an accredited college/university in the U.S. and studying business or franchise management.