Coca-Cola World Impact Scholars

Coca-Cola World Impact Scholars

Purpose: The Coca-Cola World Impact Scholars recognizes high-achieving college students who are pursuing career and technical educational opportunities in cities where the 2026 World Cup will be held. This scholarship helps defray educational expenses while enrolled in a certificate or associate degree workforce development program at a two-year college.

Award:
$2500

Eligibility:

• Be currently enrolled in 6 or more credits in a two-year certificate or associate degree program.
• Completed at least 12 credits by December 31, 2025.
• 3.00 or higher GPA on coursework completed in the last 5 years.
• Plan to receive your two-year degree or certificate and enter the workforce no later than August 2026.
• While not required, priority will be given to students who are PTK members.
• Academic record free from suspension, probation, or other disciplinary actions.

See eligibility based on major and college city below.

Major Eligibility:
Be enrolled in a major that contributes to large scale events, like the World Cup. Examples of majors include, but are not limited to:
Emergency Medical Services
Hospitality & Tourism
Food & Beverage
Event & Production Management
Law Enforcement & Security
Graphic Design, Arts, Marketing
Audio/Visual Technology
Programming, Information Systems, & Cybersecurity
Construction & Manufacturing
Management – Financial, Personnel, Resource
Environmental Sustainability
Communications

City Eligibility:
You must be attending a two-year college in one of the following metro areas:
Atlanta
Boston
Dallas
Houston
Kansas City
Los Angeles
Miami
NYC/NJ
Philadelphia
San Francisco Seattle

If you attend a two-year college in Canada, you are eligible if you are in the following metro areas:
Toronto
Vancouver
If you are unsure if you are eligible to apply based on the career or city information, please email the scholarship team.