Coca-Cola World Impact Scholars

Coca-Cola World Impact Scholars

This application is currently open.

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.
  • 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
  • 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.