Due to the generosity of the Coca-Cola Foundation, we have created the Coca Cola First Generation Scholars program at UT Pan-American. Scholarships are renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study, or until graduation, whichever comes first. Recipients must maintain a 2.8 cumulative institutional GPA to continue in the program. The program will target incoming freshmen whose parents or siblings have not attended a college or university prior to the applicant’s enrollment at UTPA. Award amount will be up to $6,125 annually.

Initial Eligibility Requirements

1. Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
2. Be admitted as an entering freshman at UTPA for the upcoming Fall semester
3. Must have a minimum 3.0 high school GPA.
4. Must NOT have a parent or sibling who has already attended a college or university

Renewal Eligibility Requirements

• Enroll and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours per term (fall and spring)
• Maintain minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8