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Incoming Alabama-resident first-generation freshmen at the University of Alabama with a 3.0 or higher high school GPA and demonstrated financial need may compete for the Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship.
Selected scholars receive $5,000 per year, renewable for four years with a maintained 3.0 GPA. The program includes a designated general studies course and required activities.
Complete the UA Scholarship Application with first-generation essay questions by December 5 and the FAFSA by March 1. Finalists interview in spring.
The Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship awards $5,000.
December 5, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: High school; Entering; Final year; University of Alabama. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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