Supports the education of a Hawai'i resident enrolled full-time in an accredited college in a degree seeking program with a successful record of academic achievement.
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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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This scholarship, established by the Charles Cockett 'Ohana & Kūlia i ka Nu'u Scholarship, recognizes students who have demonstrated the potential for future success through their commitment to "make a difference" by providing exceptional community service and stellar class participation. Requirements include a minimum GPA of 2.0, demonstrated commitment to make a difference in the community and participation in school activities.
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This scholarship, established by the Choy-Kee 'Ohana, recognizes the academic achievements and efforts of worthy students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who are pursuing a post-high education.
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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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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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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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In memory of Dwayne "Nakila" Steele, businessman and philanthropist who had a big heart for all things Hawaiian, this scholarship supports students who demonstrate a desire to work in the area of perpetuating the Hawaiian language upon graduation. While Mr. Steele was not of Hawaiian ancestry, he was fluent in Hawaiian and co-founded 'Aha Pūnana Leo Hawaiian language school for preschoolers in Kalihi, which has since expanded its Hawaiian language immersion schools throughout Hawai'i. Requirements include demonstrated interest in the Hawaiian language, culture, and history in addition to a commitment to contribute to the greater community and demonstrated financial need.
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Honors the lifetime performance career of singer, pianist, composer and Hawaiian cultural resource Edwin Mahiai Copp Beamer. This award supports a post-secondary student pursuing a career in music, specifically piano and/or voice, with emphasis on Hawaiian music, opera or musical theater. Must demonstrate a serious commitment to music training, a career in music and dedication to artistic excellence, and demonstrate financial need.
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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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This scholarship was established to encourage graduating Cadets from the Junior Reserve Officer Training (JROTC) programs of Farrington High School, Nānākuli High School and Wai'anae High School to attend a post high education institution and give back to their community and nation by pursuing a career in public service such as the military, law enforcement, firefighting, teaching, nursing, etc.
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In recognition of inspirational educators who have made a difference in the lives of students, this endowment provides educational scholarships for full or part-time college students pursuing a career in the field of education.
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This scholarship was established to recognize Willene Wailani Bell and her commitment to her family, education, and civic involvement and will support well-rounded, community minded students of good moral character with a "can-do" attitude. It is open to part-time or full-time undergraduate or graduate students who are Hawai'i residents with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and who demonstrate an interest in the Hawaiian language, culture, and history.
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In recognition of David Kaonohi, a talented musician who performed many years under the stage name of Johnny Pineapple. This scholarship is for
full-time students pursuing a degree in Hawaiian Language or Hawaiian studies at an accredited institution of higher learning with GPA of 3.5 or above.
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This scholarship recognizes the extraordinary contributions of Joseph Nāwahī, a respected lawyer, legislator, journalist and educator, who was chief advisor to Queen Lili'uokalani before the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy in 1893. This scholarship supports a full-time student pursuing a graduate degree at an accredited institution of higher learning located in Hawai'i studying Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian Politics, Law (specific to Hawaiian legal issues), or
communications_journalism (specific to Hawaiian history, culture and politics) with a minimum GPA of 3.2 and who shows demonstrated financial need.
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This scholarship will recognize students with a GPA of 3.0 in the field of communications who have the intent to use knowledge to empower young people to maximize their potential. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
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The purpose for this scholarship is to assist and encourage all students, with preference given to Kamehameha alumni, to further their education at the University of Hawai'i-Hilo or at Hawai'i Community College.
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This scholarship will assist students pursuing post-high educational opportunities that are residents of the island of Maui and did not graduate from Kamehameha Schools. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement or excellence, service to the community and have a financial need.
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This scholarship will recognize and assist O'ahu residents pursuing post-high studies at an accredited college, vocational or trade school. Applicants must be graduates of Kamehameha Schools Kapālama campus or their children, with demonstrated academic excellence in their chosen course of study, service to the community and financial need.
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Established by the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1952 to provide a wide array of educational opportunities for students to assure that more students will realize that Pauahi’s legacy lives. This scholarship assist students pursuing a certificate or degree from an accredited vocational/business school or a two or four year post-high school institution and that demonstrates financial need. A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher is required.
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This grant, established by the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1956, is to assist at least one male and one female student who demonstrate a financial need, have a GPA within the range of 2.5-3.5, and show an aptitude toward obtaining a higher education. Applicants shall demonstrate an interest in Hawaiian language, culture and history, and demonstrate a commitment to contribute to the greater community.
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This grant, established by the Kamehameha Schools (KS) Class of 1960, recognizes a student who has demonstrated scholastic excellence, who has provided service to the community, demonstrated good character, and who has, through endeavors, demonstrated an intent to utilize special skills in order to benefit the Hawaiian community. All else equal, preference will be given to an immediate family member of a KS Class of 1960 graduate.
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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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This scholarship, established by the Kamehameha Schools (KS) Class of 1970, will recognize a student who has demonstrated exceptional service to the community beyond what is currently expected of the student by their own school, to showcase their accomplishments as a model for others, to support their on-going education and service and to encourage continued service in support of Hawaiian communities. Required minimum GPA of 2.0 and all else equal, preference will be given to an immediate family member of a KS Class of 1970 graduate.
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This award is to offer a graduating high school senior who is not necessarily in the "honors" group, but is a motivated student in the middle ranks of their class with a realistic potential of completing a degree, an opportunity to pursue a degree at a two or four year post-high school accredited institution.
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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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Established by the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1973 to provide scholarships to students pursuing a wide array from educational providers including but not limited to college, community college or vocational school. Preference will be given to Kamehameha Schools Class of 1973 graduates or their family members (as defined).
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Established by the Kamehameha Schools Class of 1974, this scholarship will provide support to students enrolled at a post-high institution including non-traditional programs such as Hawaiian culture or self-improvement seminars. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.8 and have a financial need. Preference will be given to family members (as defined) of Kamehameha Schools Class of 1974 graduates.
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This scholarship will recognize outstanding Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i graduating seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who will attending post-high undergraduate studies full-time and have demonstrate financial need.
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This scholarship will support to Kamehameha Schools Maui graduates with minimum 2.5 GPA who demonstrate financial need and actively participate in community service activities.
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Established by Ida F. Miyake and family in memory of Michael "Mikey" Miyake who was part of the Kamehameha Schools Kapālama family for many years. This scholarship honors his passion for both the Athletics and Band/Performing Arts programs by supporting KS Kapālama graduating seniors who have actively participated in these programs, maintained a GPA of 2.5 and demonstrates financial need.
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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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This will support part-time and full-time students actively pursuing a leadership career in Hawai'i's visitor industry. Must have GPA of 2.5 and be sure to clearly articulate your vision of proactively integrating authentic Hawaiian culture into the Hawai'i visitors industry in your online application statement.
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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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This grant, initiated by the Pua'a-Moore 'Ohana, is to honor family members who have overcome personal hardship and made great strides to make education a priority. It will recognize undergraduate students attending college (including community college) or vocational school with a preference to students of special circumstances/personal hardship, residents of Moloka'i and students who demonstrate financial need.
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This scholarship will support students interested in a career in the visitor industry and may be renewable for up to four years in order to complete a degree in travel industry management, with an emphasis on hotel management. Must be a Hawai'i resident graduating high school senior accepted full-time at a two or four year accredited institution in travel industry management program. Also must have minimum GPA 2.8 and demonstrate desire to work in lodging industry in Hawaii upon graduation.
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This scholarship provides educational support for students pursuing a degree at a Community College or University in the State of Hawaii in the fields of social work, social sciences or the ministry. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and clear financial need also required. Preference may be given to non-Oahu island residing students.
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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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This grant will provide ongoing support (to be renewable for up to four years) for individuals whose lives have been impacted, and maybe traumatized, by challenging circumstances (death of a significant family member; domestic violence; sexual abuse; poverty; extraordinary illness, etc.), but who because of their motivation, have the potential to be successfully enriched by an educational opportunity, and who might otherwise miss the opportunity to attend college if it were not for the support offered through this grant. Must have demonstrated financial need, a GPA of 3.5 or less, and be accepted and enrolled in a college or university in the state of Hawai'i.
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Established by the Tauati 'Ohana, this scholarship recognizes a "well-rounded" male and female graduating senior from Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who demonstrate outstanding character by actively participating in class, school, and/or community service activities.
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This scholarship will be available statewide to public high school graduates (including charter schools) who are interested in starting a career in a trade industry including electricians, welders, machinists, pipeline inspectors to support the process technology industry in Hawai'i. Students must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a two year or less licensed and certified vocational or technical educational program in Hawai'i. Students also must demonstrate an interest in the Hawaiian language, culture, and history in addition to a GPA of 2.0.
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This grant will recognize 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. Applicants must demonstrate the motivation and desire to succeed in an educational program and a financial need. In addition, must be enrolled in an accredited graduate program, a two-year, four-year post-high education institution including vocational or technical school, or in a private, independent school designed to accommodate the student’s special circumstance.
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This scholarship supports an artistically talented Kamehameha Schools graduate with a current GPA of 3.0 and above pursuing a career as an artist, with strong preference to students focused on Visual Arts in the two-dimensional areas such as drawing, watercolor painting or graphic design. This award will support post-high study including college, art school or special art training.
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