Hawaii Scholarships

Two scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded to two student teachers intending to teach in the Hawaii State Department of Education who are enrolled in a State Approved Teacher Education Program as a full-time undergraduate or post baccalaureate candidate in any state-approved or nationally accredited institution of higher learning or enrolled in a Hawaii STATE alternative licensure program. Scholarships are awarded to student teachers to minimize the need for employment during the student teaching semester. Applications will be available on February 1st. Read more here.

This awards students $1,500 to those that are directly related to women that have served in the Armed Forces. Applicants must be directly related (son/daughter/grandchild/etc.), have obtained a minimum GPA of 3.5, enroll into a college/university full time, submit a biographical sketch, letters of recommendation, personal letters, and a transcript. The deadline to apply is February 2nd. Read more here.

This is for graduating seniors who are children or grandchildren of a living Elk. The deadline to apply is February 5th. Read more here.

Interested high school seniors who will be continuing their education at an accredited college or university are invited to apply for the Hawaii Schools Federal Credit Union Scholarship and be considered for a $1,000 scholarship award. The deadline to apply is February 10th. Read more here.

This scholarship is available for Hawaii undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of a public housing unit. Students must have a grade point average of 2.7 or higher. The deadline to apply is February 12th. Read more here.

This is for college juniors, seniors or graduate students of Hawaiian ancestry. Applicants must also have a minimum 2.7 GPA and be of Hawaiian ancestry. Preference is given to students studying Hawaiian studies or language. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This is for women of Hawaiian ancestry pursuing a major in health, science or education (includes counseling & social work). Applicants must be either in undergraduate or graduate study. They must also have a minimum 3.5 GPA. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This helps further the education of ABC Stores’ employees and their dependents. To be eligible, applicants must have demonstrated financial need, have a minimum GPA of at least 2.7, and be an employee or dependent of an employee of ABC Stores or Company Island Gourmet Markets locations (Hawai’i, Nevada, Saipan and Guam). Preference will be given to students who have performed community service and who have extra curricular activities. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This scholarship was established to honor Ka’u High School seniors. Applicants must be residents of the State of Hawai’i, demonstrate financial need, and attend an accredited, two or four year, not-for-profit institution within the US. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This provides many scholarships, which vary in the amount and the requirements. However, the deadline for all applications is February 15th. Read more here.

This is up to $1000. This program is designed to help and support students financially to develop into future leaders in our community. 10 students will be selected for the scholarships, and it will be awarded based on the required written essay and eligibility. To be eligible, you must be a Hawaii resident,  a current High School senior, and accepted and enrolled full-time at a 4-year college or university. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This gives a varied amount to a child of a full-time or part-time employee of Simon Property Group who has been employed for at least one year and be a a high school senior or current college student who is under 23 years old. This application is due February 15th. Read more here.

This scholarship is available for undergraduate and graduate students who are long-time residents of the Hamakua Coast on the island of Hawai’i and plan to attend a college or vocational school on the island of Hawai’i. Students must have a grade point average of 2.7 or higher. The deadline is February 15th. Read more here.

This provides wraparound services for success including dedicated Academic Navigator faculty providing life coaching and academic support; paid internships and employer-ready certification opportunities; culturally-sustaining curriculum and activities; professional development and service programs. To apply you must be majoring in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Community and Public Health, Nursing, Forensics, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science or Data Science. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This provides wraparound services for success including dedicated Academic Navigator faculty providing life coaching and academic support; paid internships and employer-ready certification opportunities; culturally-sustaining curriculum and activities; professional development and service programs. Applicants must be majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, Communication, Integrated Marketing Communication or Data Analytics. The deadline is February 15th. Read more here.

This scholarship is available for undergraduate and graduate students who are graduates of Campbell High School in Ewa Beach, HI. Students must have a grade point average of 2.7 or higher. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This scholarship is available for college juniors, seniors and graduate students who were born in and attend college in Hawaii. Students must be primarily of Japanese ancestry, and have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This is available for Hawaii undergraduate students who are majoring in political science, international relations, international business or public administration. Students must have a grade point average of 2.7 or higher. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This is for local students studying dentistry and dental hygiene in Hawaii, or on the mainland, to encourage them to practice dentistry in the islands. Students must  demonstrate financial need and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.

This is for $20,000. This is awarded to encourage students from Hawaii to work towards a career in Business. The Foundation awards scholarships to the most deserving applicants on the basis of academic standing, leadership ability, financial need, and a commitment to pursue a career in Business. In order to be eligible, students must have graduated from a public, private, or charter high school in Hawaii, or be on track to graduate at the end of the current academic year. Home schooled students are also eligible. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 in high school and possibly college is required. The deadline to apply is February 21st. Read more here.

This recognizes outstanding all-around achievements of public and independent high school students. The program measures success in academics, athletics, community service, healthy activities, and sportsmanship. The deadline to apply is February 24th. Read more here.

This awards students $1,000 to those that display qualities of leadership. Applicants must have a background in extracurriculars, have obtained a minimum GPA of 2.5, intend to study at a two/four year institution, satisfy the goals of the organization, submit a written essay, resume, and personal statement. The deadline to apply is February 26th. Read more here.

This awards students $1,000 to those that have an interest in teaching. Applicants must have a background in extracurriculars, have obtained a minimum GPA of 2.5, satisfy the goals of the organization, submit a personal statement, resume, and video teaching any topic of interest. The deadline to apply is February 26th. Read more here.