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Coca-Cola Scholars Program

Last updated by Wonaride on September 1, 2026

Eligibility

Location

United States

Education level

High school senior

GPA

3.0 minimum

About this scholarship

Coca-Cola Scholars is a national merit-and-service award for U.S. high school seniors. One hundred fifty students receive $20,000 over four years. They fund people who already lead — clubs, jobs, family care — not only the ones with a polished résumé. The packet is activities, short written responses, a transcript, and an interview if you are a finalist. Minimum GPA is 3.0. Since the foundation began, it has granted tens of millions of dollars. File it in the fall of senior year; it closes before most state awards.

What else to submit

• Activities and leadership list
• Two short written responses
• Transcript
• Interview if named a finalist

Common questions

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