The Coca-Cola Scholarship 2025–2026 offers a prestigious opportunity for exceptional high school seniors in the United States to receive significant financial support for their college education.
This highly competitive scholarship targets students who have consistently demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to community service. Applicants are evaluated holistically, based on their academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, and compelling personal essays.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
- Host Country: United States of America (USA)
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Final-Year High School Students
- Eligible Countries: United States (Only U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents)
- Reward: $20,000 Scholarship | Leadership Summit | Alumni Network
- Deadline: September 30, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Coca-Cola Scholarship Program supports outstanding graduating high school seniors who aim to pursue a degree at a reputable college or university within the United States. This program does more than offer financial aid—it recognizes student leaders who are making a difference in their schools and communities.
Each year, selected scholars receive a $20,000 scholarship to help cover the cost of tuition and other educational expenses. In addition, scholars are welcomed into an elite Coca-Cola Scholars network, giving them access to exclusive events, leadership summits, mentorship, and ongoing career development resources.
This scholarship is a life-changing opportunity for young leaders ready to shape the future.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Coca-Cola Scholarship 2025–2026, applicants must:
- Be in the final year of high school (graduating in the 2025–2026 academic year)
- Be attending a school in one of the 50 U.S. states or the District of Columbia
- Hold U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or fall under specific statuses such as Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or Humanitarian Parolees
- Plan to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university
- Not be a child or grandchild of a current or former Coca-Cola employee, officer, or owner receiving retirement benefits
- Not have earned a high school diploma before the 2025–2026 school year
- Not be temporarily residing in the U.S. or attending high school outside of the U.S.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected recipients of the Coca-Cola Scholarship will enjoy:
- A $20,000 one-time scholarship to support college tuition and other educational needs
- Lifetime access to the Coca-Cola Scholars network
- Invitations to exclusive receptions and a leadership summit held every five years
- Engagement opportunities with an influential alumni community of changemakers and professionals
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit:
- Official high school transcripts
- Letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or mentors
- A personal essay detailing leadership experiences and future goals
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency
- A resume listing academic, extracurricular, and volunteer accomplishments
How to Apply
To apply for the Coca-Cola Scholarship 2025–2026:
- Visit the official Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation application portal
- Create an account and begin your application
- Complete the online form with accurate personal, academic, and extracurricular information
- Upload all required documents including your transcript, proof of residency, and personal essay
- Review your application thoroughly before submission
- Submit the application before the September 30, 2025 deadline
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