PepsiCo Foundation S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship

Special requirement

Essay required

Requires community service

Specific majors

Overview

The PepsiCo Foundation S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship is designed to help students, who identify as Black or African American or Hispanic or Latino, who are undergraduates attending one of the following colleges: Westchester Community College in New York, Dallas College in Texas, and City Colleges of Chicago in Illinois. To qualify, you must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Business Major with a minimum GPA of 2.75. To apply, you need to submit an essay.

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 March 7, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.dallascollege.edu

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

Community Service

Highlight impactful involvement or participation in your community.

FAQ

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

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Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Yes! But make sure to read each scholarship application's essay guidelines and requirements, and personalize your essay to each scholarship you apply to. Using the same essay for multiple applications can be a time-saver, but changing just a sentence or two can make a difference!

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

If you haven't heard back within a few weeks, reach out to the scholarship organization! Some scholarship organizations email all the applicants to let them know if they were selected or not, while others only contact the winners—it usually depends on the number of applicants. It never hurts to follow up.