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Restrictions for this program is limited to full time matriculation at one of UNCF's 37 member institutions, with the **exclusion of; Spelman College, Morehouse College, Clark Atlanta University or the Interdenominational Theological Center**. ## **Eligibility Requirements** Applicants for the Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship program must meet the following eligibility requirements: 1. For the academic year of 2026-2027, students must be undergraduate or graduate enrolled full-time at a UNCF member college or university, **with the exclusion of; Spelman College, Morehouse College, Clark Atlanta University or the Interdenominational Theological Center**. 2. **Students must be First Generation** - first in their family to attend 4 year college or university, 3. Students must have a demonstrated unmet financial need as verified by their college or university. 4. Students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of **3.0 on a 4.0 scale.**   ## **Application Requirements** For consideration, applicants must submit the online application complete with the following required application materials by the application due date of **July 2, 2026**. 1. Current academic transcript. 2. Essay. Selected students for the 2026-2027 Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship will receive up to $5,000 need-based award in the fall 2026. Students who are currently enrolled in one of the following UNCF member institutions **ARE NOT** eligible for the opportunity:**Morehouse College, Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, and the Interdenominational Theological Center.**   Awards Award Amount: $5,000 #### Summary **Application Deadline:** July 2, 2026 ###### About The Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship for first-generation students enrolled at UNCF member institutions. 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