Seneca Valley senior Cierra Denny has been named a semifinalist for the 2021 CocaCola Scholars Program, moving to the next round of the selection process to become a Coca-Cola Scholar and receive a $20,000 college scholarship.

A joint effort by Coca-Cola bottlers across the country and The CocaCola Company, program is the largest corporate-sponsored, achievement-based scholarship program in the United States.

With the addition of the 2021 class, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation will have provided more than 6,450 Coke Scholars nationwide with more than $75 million in scholarships over the course of 33 years.

In addition to receiving college scholarships, those students selected as Coca-Cola Scholars will be welcomed into a growing family of alumni who have become a powerful force for positive change in the world. Through networking, collaborations and friendships, the group strives to make a greater impact together.

Semifinalists are asked to complete Phase 2 applications, which include essays, a recommendation and transcripts. An independent selection committee will review the applications and select 250 Regional Finalists by the end of January to participate in online interviews.

In March, 150 CocaCola Scholars will be named to receive a $20,000 college scholarship and participate in the Coca-Cola Scholars Leadership Development Institute facilitated by program alumni.