One of the most anticipated achievement-based scholarships for high school students in the United States is now open! You heard it right. Applications for the Coca Cola Scholars Program 2027 are now open. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation offers this prestigious achievement-based scholarship program for final-year high school seniors in the United States who demonstrate strong leadership, community service, and academic excellence in their schools and communities. The foundation will award 150 students a $20,000 college scholarship, along with access to Coca-Cola community and leadership opportunities.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program invites applications from talented high school seniors graduating in the 2026-27 academic year who plan to attend an accredited U.S. college or university. The scholarship application doesn’t require transcripts, an essay, or a recommendation in its first phase. No application fee is required. The application deadline for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program is September 30th, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Learn more about the scholarship criteria, benefits, and application process below.
Coca Cola Scholars Program 2027 Overview
- Country: United States
- Offered by: Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
- No of Awards: 150
- Scholarship Grant: $20,000
- Application Deadline: September 30th, 2026
Scholarship Grant
$20,000 college scholarship grant to use against:
- Tuition fees and other education expenses such as on-campus accommodation, textbooks, and a computer.
Benefits of Coca-Cola Scholarship
- Opportunity to study at an accredited U.S. college or university
- Membership in the Coca-Cola Scholars alumni community
- Leadership development opportunities
- Networking and collaboration with other Scholars
- Coaching and professional development opportunities
- Opportunities to participate in service activities and summits
Who can Apply?
You must meet the following criteria:
- Students currently enrolled in high school or homeschooled.
- Graduate during the 2026–2027 academic school year.
- Attend a high school in one of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or eligible Department of Defense schools.
- Be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident, Refugee, Asylee, Cuban-Haitian Entrant, or Humanitarian Parolee under the applicable federal financial aid eligibility rules.
- Expect to receive a high school diploma during the 2026-27 academic year.
- Plan to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.
- Have at least a 3.0 overall GPA in high school coursework.
Selection Process
Step 1: Complete an online application between August 3 and September 30, 2026
Step 2: Shortlisted applicants will now need to complete the second application that includes essays, transcripts, and recommendations
Step 3: 250 shortlisted applicants will move towards the regional finalist stage and will go through the interview
Step 4: 150 students will be invited to Coca-Cola Scholars Weekend in Atlanta.
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How to Apply?
Applicants interested in the scholarship need to submit an online application through the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation’s official website. Create an account and complete your application.
For more details and to apply, visit the offical link below:
APPLY FOR COCA-COLA SCHOLARS PROGRAM
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