Scholarships

Graduate/Doctoral Scholarships

Bruce T. and Jackie Mahi Erickson Grant

This grant supports an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing studies in the creation of crafts, art and photography and/or independent research relating to historical Hawaiian crafts and arts. Student must be in good academic standing, demonstrate financial need and be pursuing a post-high degree consistent with the purpose of this scholarship.

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Dan and Rachel Mahi Educational Scholarship

This was established by the Mahi 'Ohana to honor their parents, Dan and Rachel Mahi, who made huge sacrifices to ensure a good education for their children. Provides for educational scholarships to undergraduate or graduate students that demonstrate a financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

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Daniel Kahikina and Millie Akaka Scholarship

This scholarship was established in recognition of U.S. Senator Daniel Kahikina Akaka's commitment to education and the indigenous people of Hawai'i. Provides for educational scholarships to undergraduate or graduate students that demonstrate a financial need and has a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Recipients are strongly encouraged to provide a minimum of 10 hours of community service to the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement.

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Denis Wong & Associates Scholarship

For an outstanding student pursuing an undergraduate degree in liberal arts or science or a graduate degree in a professional field from an accredited university. Recipient must have a well-rounded and balanced record of achievement in preparation for career objectives.

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George Hi'ilani Mills Perpetual Fellowship Scholarship

This scholarship honors the outstanding professional and civic achievements of Dr. George Hi'ilani Mills who retired as the Kamehameha Schools' physician, and was one of the first professionally-educated physicians of Hawaiian ancestry in the 20th century. This award will recognize a classified graduate student pursuing professional studies in the field of medicine or the allied health-related fields. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

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Goldman Sachs/Matsuo Takabuki Commemorative Scholarship

Established by Goldman Sachs, a leading global investment banking firm and retired Kamehameha Schools Trustee Matsuo Takabuki. Provides educational scholarships for students pursuing graduate degrees in business or financial services related fields. Preference given to those demonstrating financial need and a resident of Hawaii.

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Gladys Kamakakūokalani Ainoa Brandt Scholarship

Honors outstanding state, national and international educational achievements of Gladys Kamakakūokalani 'Ainoa Brandt. Provides scholarships full time junior, senior or graduate students at an accredited university aspiring to enter the educational profession. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, a GPA of 2.5 or higher is required, and priority will be given to current or former residents of Kaua'i.

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Iwalani Carpenter Sowa Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Iwalani Carpenter Sowa's uncle Theodore Ka'ahea Kakelaka. This award recognizes students pursuing a graduate degree in the Protestant Christian ministry and who have a desire to minister in Hawai'i. Preference will be given to a Kamehameha Schools graduate and those demonstrating financial need.

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Kamehameha Schools Class of 1968 "Ka Poli O Kaiona" Scholarship

Established by the Kamehameha Schools (KS) Class of 1968 for scholarships to students pursuing a two-year, four-year or graduate degree from an accredited post-high institution. Applicants must possess a minimum 2.8 GPA and demonstrate a financial need. Preference will be given to family members (as defined) of KS Class of 1968 graduates.

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Kamehameha Schools Class of 1972 Scholarship

This scholarship fund will have three priorities. The first priority will be to help Kamehameha Schools (KS) Class of 1972 classmates earn a college degree: undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral. The second priority is to assist children and grandchildren of KS Class of 1972 graduates with a minimum GPA of 2.8 to earn an undergraduate or graduate degree. The scholarship's third priority is to assist individuals whose lives have been impacted, and maybe traumatized, by challenging circumstances (death of a significant family member; domestic violence; sexual abuse; poverty; major health problems, etc.) but who, because of their motivation, have the potential to be successfully enriched by an educational opportunity.

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Myron & Laura Thompson Scholarship

This scholarship honors former Kamehameha Schools Trustee Myron "Pinky" Thompson and provides educational scholarships for students pursuing a degree in the field of early childhood education. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate an interest in working with Hawaiian children in Hawai'i after completion of their education. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, an interest in the Hawaiian language, culture, history and values, and commitment to contribute to the greater community.

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Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce through its annual 'Ō'ō Award fundraising event. Provides a scholarship for those students enrolled as a classified student in a undergraduate or graduate degree-seeking program from an accredited post-high educational institution majoring in Business Administration. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.

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Native Hawaiian Visual Arts Scholarship

This scholarship encourages University of Hawai'i-Mānoa undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Art to pursue the area of Visual Arts, including but not limited to, drawing, painting, printmaking, graphic design, fiber arts, sculpture, ceramics, digital art (computer), photography, and film-making / video production. Selection based on artistic merit as demonstrated by an artistic portfolio and academic achievements. A GPA of 3.2 or higher is required.

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Sarah Keli'ilolena Lum Konia Nakoa Hawaiian Language Perpetual Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of the outstanding achievements and contributions made by noted Hawaiian language scholar, historian, educator, author, linguist, civic and church leader, Sarah Keli'ilolena Lum Konia Nakoa. The award recognizes the academic achievements of students pursuing the study and perpetuation of the Hawaiian language, including Hawaiian culture and history. Applicants must be a full-time student, resident of the State of Hawai'i, demonstrate a financial need, and show a commitment to contribute to the greater community.

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William S. Richardson Commemorative Scholarship

This scholarship was established to honor William S. Richardson, retired Trustee of the Kamehameha Schools Bishop Estate and provides support for students of character and exceptional ability pursuing law degrees from the University of Hawai'i-Mānoa William S. Richardson School of Law. Applicants must be a resident of the State of Hawai'i and preference will be given to applicants demonstrating financial need and commitment to contributing to the greater community.

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