Undergraduate

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. Read more »

Charles Cockett 'Ohana Scholarship

The Charles Cockett `ohana established this scholarship to recognize student(s) who are majoring in Hawaiian Studies, Culture, Language and/or Education and are enrolled full-time or half-time.
 

Charles S. Iwata, Jr. Memorial Annual Scholarship

Charles S. Iwata, Jr., is a graduate of the Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus Class of 1980. He was dedicated to all things Hawaiian-the language, the culture and his love and respect for our kupuna. This scholarship will allow students pursuing a Bachelors degree in Hawaiian Studies or Hawaiian Language to further perpetuate our Hawaiian culture.

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Choy-Kee 'Ohana Scholarship

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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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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Dwayne "Nakila" Steele Scholarship

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. Read more »

Edwin Mahiai Copp Beamer Scholarship

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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Elizabeth Ku'ulei Bell Moloka'i Education Scholarship

This scholarship was created to honor the life of Elizabeth Ku’ulei Bell, a resident of Kalaupapa and former postmistress. She was diagnosed with Hansen’s disease and lived out her adult life at Kalaupapa, Moloka’i. She was President of Ka ‘Ohana o Kalaupapa, a group working to ensure that the stories of the 8,000 Hansen's disease patients are preserved.  This scholarship will assist students pursuing post-high educational opportunities that are residents of the island of Moloka'i. Read more »