The PepsiCo Foundation Family Scholars program provides meaningful financial assistance to students while recognizing the dedication of PepsiCo employees and their families. If selected as a recipient, the student will receive an award up to $5,000 (USD). Awards may be renewed at the same level for up to three additional years or until undergraduate degree requirements are completed, whichever occurs first.
Scholarship Details
- Established by the PepsiCo Foundation in 1996
- Up to 400 new scholarships awarded each year
- Administered by Scholarship America
- Awards up to $5,000 for undergraduate study
- Renewable for up to three additional years or until degree completion
- Renewal contingent on satisfactory academic performance and continuation of the program
- Awards are for undergraduate study only
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a dependent child, age 24 or under, of a regular full-time or part-time PepsiCo employee
- Eligible employees must be actively employed in good standing or on approved leave of absence
- Executives in LG4 and above roles and eCommerce employees in C2 and C1 roles are not eligible
- Dependent children include natural, legally adopted, or dependent stepchildren primarily supported by the employee
- Applicants must be high school seniors, graduates, or current undergraduates enrolling full-time in an accredited institution
- Must be pursuing a first undergraduate degree
Application Process
- Confirm eligibility as a dependent of a qualified PepsiCo employee
- Prepare academic records and enrollment details for undergraduate study
- Complete the online application administered by Scholarship America
- Submit all required documents before the program deadline
- Await notification regarding award decisions and renewal details
The PepsiCo Foundation Family Scholars program is a valuable opportunity for the children of PepsiCo associates to receive up to $5,000 annually toward their education. Since 1996, the PepsiCo Foundation has awarded up to 400 new scholarships each year for postsecondary education for children of PepsiCo associates.
