"..the course was amazing! I learned so much and met so many great people in the brewing industry... Thank you once again for such a fantastic opportunity, I am forever grateful."

Obed Salazar

Head Brewer, Golden Road Brewing (2019 Walt Powell scholarship recipient)

Application Deadline: February 2, 2027

Annual scholarship to cover the full tuition with a $1,200 travel stipend for members or nonmembers to an annually designated course. The course chosen for 2027 is the Maintenance Course.

Essay Topic: 
A statement describing your passion for brewing

Covers the cost of tuition to the following courses:

• December 11: Brewery Packaging Technology Course
• February 2: Brewery Maintenance Systems Course
• June 25: Brewing and Malting Science Course

Essay Topic:
A brief focused essay 300-500 words addressing the following:
How did you become involved/interested in the brewing industry?
What are your goals for the next 3-5 years and how will this course support those goals?
What benefits will you and your company/employer gain by you attending this course?
A statement that expresses your skills and traits that make you a successful team member.
How will you apply the knowledge you gain from this course in a way that exhibits the traits you described?

Application Deadline: June 25, 2027

$1,500 scholarship towards the tuition for the Master Brewers Brewing and Malting Science Course.

Essay Topic:
A brief essay addressing the following:
How did you become involved/interested in the brewing industry?
What are your goals for the next 3-5 years and how will this course support those goals?
What benefits will you and your company/employer gain by you attending this course?
A statement that expresses your skills and traits that make you a successful team member.
How will you apply the knowledge you gain from this course in a way that exhibits the traits you described?

Application Deadline: June 25, 2027

Annual scholarship to cover full tuition to the Brewing and Malting Science Course, plus a travel stipend of up to $1,000

Essay Topic:
A statement describing your passion for brewing. 

Some districts may offer additional course scholarships for their area members. Check with your local District on the availability of additional district scholarships and eligibility requirements.