International Sommelier Guild
Diversity in Wine Education Scholarship

About the Scholarship

The ISG Diversity in Wine Education Scholarship aims to help create education and success opportunities for young wine and hospitality professionals while spotlighting diversity, inclusion, and equality.

The Scholarship

The ISG Diversity in Wine Education Scholarship supports wine and hospitality education for individuals who may begin with an unfortunate disadvantage. Scholarships are open to:

  • Black, Ethnic, Indigenous minorities, and other ethnicities
  • Individuals experiencing sexual discrimination in their country/region
  • Students with disabilities
  • Students from lower socio-economic backgrounds

The ISG Launches the Foundation

Since 1982, ISG has expanded across five continents and 12 languages, teaching in native languages to uphold professionalism, accessibility, and fairness. The scholarship is a reflection of ISG’s long-standing commitment to equality.

Who is Eligible?

Applicants must submit the following documentation:

  • Passport picture OR
  • Government ID OR
  • Driver’s license AND
  • A short letter (max 250 words) explaining your background, eligibility, and educational goals

Students may apply for any level courses in chronological order (IWC → AWC → SDP → ISGM Degree). ISG will select applicants based on Foundation guidelines.

Upon completion, scholars must submit a photo with their certificate/diploma and pins within 30 days. ISG may use submitted photos for marketing purposes.


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