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$20,000 College Scholarship

150 Awarded Annually

Application Open Aug 3–Sept 30, 2026, 5pm ET

• Currently enrolled high school/home-schooled students attending school in one of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or select DoD schools who will graduate high school during the 2026-2027 academic school year (students graduating from an American or expat school abroad are not eligible for this award; individuals who have already graduated from high school are not eligible)

• U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or Humanitarian Parolees - based on the guidelines utilized by U.S. Department of Education for Federal Financial Aid eligibility

• Expecting to receive high school diploma during current academic year

• Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution

• Able to verify a minimum overall B/3.0 GPA in high school coursework

• Children or grandchildren of current employees, officers, or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions, or subsidiaries.

• Children or grandchildren of former employees who are currently receiving retirement benefits based on their previous employment with Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions, or subsidiaries.

• International students (with the exception of students at DoD schools)

• High school graduates

• Temporary residents

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Fact Sheet

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FOR OUR COCA-COLA SYSTEM SUPPORTERS

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Know a graduating high school senior? The @CokeScholars Program awards $20,000 college scholarships to 150 students nationwide. Applications are open now through September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Apply at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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As a Coca-Cola Bottler, we're proud to support the @CokeScholars Program. This program has supported thousands of students pursuing higher education since its founding 40 years ago. This year, 150 graduating high school seniors will each receive a $20,000 scholarship. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Learn more and apply at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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$20,000 for college. 150 scholarships. One application. @CokeScholars applications close 9/30/26 at 5pm ET. Apply: Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow

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We're proud to support the next generation of leaders. The @CokeScholars Program awards $20,000 scholarships to 150 graduating seniors nationwide. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Know a student who should apply? Send them to Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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If you know a graduating senior in our community, point them toward the @CokeScholars Program. $20,000 scholarships, 150 awarded nationally, application deadline September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Details at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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The @CokeScholars Program is more than a $20,000 scholarship. Selected students take part in a leadership development curriculum built specifically for Scholars, join a network of over 7,200 alumni, and can work with a Coke Scholars Coach through their first year of college. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Know a senior who should apply? Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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150 seniors will be selected this year to receive a $20,000 @CokeScholars college scholarship and something harder to put a price on: a unique leadership experience, the opportunity to work with a Coke Scholars Coach, and a lifelong network of Coke Scholars alumni working across nearly every field. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

FOR TEACHERS & SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS

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Attention seniors and families: the @CokeScholars Program is now accepting applications for its $20,000 college scholarship. 150 students will be selected nationally. To qualify, students must be graduating in the 2026-2027 school year with a minimum 3.0 GPA and plans to attend an accredited U.S. college or university. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Apply at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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Seniors, this one's for you! $20,000 college scholarships. 150 @CokeScholars awarded nationwide. Application closes 9/30/26 at 5pm ET. Apply at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow. You've got this!

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A note for our senior families: the @CokeScholars Program is accepting applications for a $20,000 college scholarship, with 150 awarded nationwide. Eligible students must be graduating this school year with a minimum 3.0 GPA and plans to attend an accredited U.S. college. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Apply at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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Seniors: don't miss this. $20,000 @CokeScholars college scholarship, 150 awarded nationwide. Application closes 9/30/26 at 5pm ET. Apply: Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow

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Seniors, this scholarship comes with more than tuition help. @CokeScholars take part in a leadership development curriculum, receive $20,000 for college, and have the opportunity to work with a Coke Scholars Coach and a network of 7,200+ alumni ready to open doors. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Apply at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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A note for our senior families: the @CokeScholars Program pairs a leadership development experience at Scholars Weekend in Atlanta with a $20,000 college scholarship for 150 students nationally. Scholars also have the opportunity to work with a Coke Scholars Coach and have lifelong access to a network of thousands of accomplished alumni. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Apply at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

FOR EVERYONE

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Do you work with graduating high school seniors? Make sure they know about the @CokeScholars Program. It's a $20,000 scholarship open to seniors nationwide, with 150 awarded each year. No essay required, minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrated leadership and service. Application closes September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Details at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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Help us spread the word! The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is looking for its next class of @CokeScholars. $20,000 scholarships, 150 awarded, applications open through 9/30/26. Tag a student who should apply. Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow

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Graduating seniors: the @CokeSchoalrs $20,000 scholarship application is open now. 150 awarded nationwide. Deadline 9/30/26, 5pm ET. Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow

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If your family is navigating college costs, take a look at the @CokeScholars Program. It awards $20,000 scholarships to 150 graduating high school seniors each year based on academic achievement, leadership, and community service. Applications are open through September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Full eligibility details and the application link are at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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I want our graduating seniors to know about an outstanding scholarship opportunity. The @CokeScholars Program is awarding $20,000 college scholarships to 150 students across the country this year. Any currently enrolled student graduating in the 2026-2027 school year with a minimum 3.0 GPA is eligible to apply. The deadline is September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. I encourage students and families in our community to learn more at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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Big opportunity for our graduating seniors: the @CokeScholars Program offers $20,000 scholarships to 150 students nationwide. Applications close 9/30/26. Details: Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow

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Proud to highlight an opportunity for our graduating seniors. The @CokeScholars Program offers $20,000 scholarships to 150 students nationwide each year. I encourage eligible students to apply before the September 30, 2026 deadline at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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If you know a graduating senior, tell them about the @CokeScholars Program. Scholars receive a $20,000 scholarship, take part in a leadership development curriculum led by program alumni, and can work with a Coke Scholars Coach their first year of college. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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The @CokeScholars Program offers something rare: real leadership development paired with a $20,000 scholarship. Selected students take part in a leadership institute during Scholars Weekend in Atlanta, have the opportunity to work with a Coach Scholars Coach, and join a network of over 7,200 alumni across nearly every industry. Applications close September 30, 2026 at 5pm ET. Learn more at Cokeurl.com/ApplyNow.

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The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation empowers visionary leaders refreshing the world. Celebrating 40 years of impact since 1986, the Foundation has provided more than $90 million in scholarships to over 7,200 Coke Scholars who together have become a powerful force for positive change. Learn more at www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org.