Distinguished Young Women-

Be part of the premier leadership development program in the state. Meet successful professional women in your community, learn how to build your resume, interview effectively and present yourself as the accomplished young person that you are!

Apply to http://distinguishedyw.org/

Apply by: September 7, 2018

Gates Scholarship 

The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, full scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors. Starting in 2018, the scholarship will be awarded to 300 top student leaders each year with the intent of promoting their academic excellence through college graduation, and providing them the opportunity to reach their full potential.

To apply, students must be:

• A high school senior
• From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
• Pell-eligible
• A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
• In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)

Apply by: September 18, 2018

AES Engineering Scholarship

Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted.

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.

Apply by: October 6, 2018

QuestBridge 

A nationally recognized program that offers fantastic financial support for post-high education. This program supports low-income students who have shown great effort in their high school academic career. They are looking for students who are top 5-10% of their class, great personal character and are in financial need. Please see the website for more details!

Apply by: September 27, 2018

Coca-Cola Scholarship-

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 30th class in 2018, the Foundation has provided over 6,000 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $66 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship. The application is open! Students who will be graduating in the 2018-2019 academic school year may apply now through Wednesday, October 31, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern.

Apply by: October 31, 2018

The Gromet Foundation- 

The Gromet Foundation provides scholarship grants and other assistance to low income, high achieving college bound Hawaii high school seniors.  Requirements are: low income students (see below) with a cumulative GPA of 3.8 or better.

Low income= family income of 150% or less of the 2017 federal poverty guidelines for Hawaii. For example 150% of the guideline for a family of 4 in Hawaii for 2018 is $48, 305. See www.familiesusa.org for more information.  See your counselor for an application or go online to the link above.

Apply by: October 12, 2018

Duke Kahanamoku–

Apply by: April 15, 2019

Another great resource is FastWeb for scholarships.
Here is the link:

https://www.fastweb.com/

Fukunaga Scholarship Foundation

Interested in pursing BUSINESS? This scholarship may be for you. Eligibility is: US Citizen, Hawaii Resident, Minimum GPA 3.0 and a desire to pursue a career in business. Please see the website for more information.

Apply by: March 1, 2019

Hawaii Rotary Youth Foundation 

Applications are now open for the HRYF.  The HRYF has been a great support in our community to help students in their post high school education. To apply, note you will need to provide information from your FAFSA-therefore, make sure you have completed it! Also, know you will have to comply with other requirements (letter of rec etc).

Please see me for an application. I will also email all of you a pdf form for your convenience. Should you have any questions, please come see me.

Apply by: February 6, 2019

Farm Credit Services of Hawaii

Are you looking into studying agriculture in college? Have love for the aina and want to preserve our beautiful island home and in turn, our world? This scholarships is looking to support a high school student who wants to pursue this mission! Please go to their website for more information.

Apply by April 2019- (actual date to be announced soon)

Filipino Womenʻs League Scholarship

Are you a women of Filipino ancestry? Do you hold at least a 3.7? You are eligible for this scholarship. Please go to the link on the title in blue to learn more.

Apply by: March 1, 2019

Realtors Presidential Scholarship

This scholarship is open to any Maui high school senior who is planning to attend a college, university or trade school. Please see the attached link on title for more information. Or see Ms. Chong for applications!

Apply by February 28, 2019

Hawaii Rotary Scholarship 

Applicants must be a Hawaii graduating senior who will be attending a 4-year college or university. You are not eligible if you are entering a US Military Service Academy, attending college outside of the US, or anyone receiving a full tuition scholarship. They are offering a nice $5,000 scholarship to go towards school tuition!!

Go to the website for more information- I also sent everyone a PDF form to their KS email in December.

Apply by: February 6, 2019

Womenʻs League of Central Union Church 

Two scholarships are available through this organization.

1. Kenneth O. & Doris Rewick Educational Aid Fund- This is awarded to student who are seeking post-high school education.
2. Ruth C. Scudder Scholarship- Awarded to a female student with a Christian affiliation, however the awardee will be assessed not on religion but on character, financial need and community service.

If you go to the scholarship webpage, click on “Scholarship Forms”.

Apply by February 28, 2019

Kiewit Scholarship

Looking to study engineering, architecture or construction management?  This scholarship could be for you!! This organization is offering up to three $2, 500 awards for students who:

Has a 3.0 or higher, attending a full time undergraduate, accredited 4-year university and of course, wants to study the above career paths. Please see Ms. Chong for an application or go to kbghawaii@kiewit.com for more information.

Apply by March 31, 2019

Pauahi Public Scholarships

The KS Senior scholarship has passed. But on December 26, 2018, the Pauahi PUBLIC scholarship opened. There are over 150 scholarships you have access to. Please click on the title in blue for the link; there you will find more information. Apply, apply!! Please see me if you have any problems finding the listing and application forms.

Maui Association for Family & Community Education 2019 Scholarship 

Planning to attend college to further your education? This scholarship is for you! They are awarding five individuals with $2000.00!! Qualifications…Hawaii high school senior, at least 3.0, good character in community, attending a 2 or 4 year college (full time).  They will also take into account: financial need, motivation for higher education, leadership in an out of school and recommendations. 

Please see Ms. Chong for an application or email mauifcescholarship@gmail.com for more information/questions. 

Apply by: April 1, 2019 

Hawaii Community Foundation 

The Hawaii Community Foundation works in supporting students financially, who want to further their post-high education. You will see that they have a number of scholarships available. Please go to their website to see their full listing. Again, deadlines are creeping up, please be aware of them! Should you have questions about this, please do not hesitate to ask! 

Hawaii Self-Storage Scholarship- 

Hawaii Self-Storage is offering a scholarship to any Hawaii graduate who is looking to attend a post-high institution. You must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Please see your email for a flyer. Or, go to their website to download the application. 

Apply by: February 15, 2019

Abbot and Fenner Scholarship– 

This scholarships is looking to award individuals who are seeking higher education to better their lives and those around it. Please click on the blue title above and visit their website for more information. 

Apply by: June 14, 2019 

Touch for Peace- 

Do you desire peace in your life? Do you desire peace in your community? This scholarship is for YOU! Touch of Peace is a local (Maui) scholarship, looking to support individuals in their post high school education who value peace. You are asked to fill out an application, and write an essay about “How my higher studies will help promote PEACE” and “How are you going to propagate peace and “seed the change” with your education?” You can email your application to Laura at mauiljr@gmail.com. Please see Ms. Chong for an application!! 

Apply by: March 31, 2019 

Kaimana Awards- 

This scholarship is looking to award student athletes who also do their part in helping our community and have a positive attitude. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 and have participated in at least one high school sport during their high school career.  HMSA is the host of the scholarship and offer a nice $5,000 award for college expenses. Please visit hmsa.com/kamaina to download an application and for more information. 

Apply by: February 8, 2019 

Maui Portuguese Scholarship- 

Looking to learn more about your Portuguese ancestry and earn money towards your post-high education? This scholarship may be for you! Must be of Portuguese ancestry and be willing to share your culture and “talk story” with the Portuguese club members. They work hard to provide scholarship money by making and selling Portuguese bread. YUM! Please see Ms. Chong for an application or go to their website. 

Apply by March 31, 2019 

Maui Puerto Rican Association 

If you are planning to continue your education after college and have Puerto Rican ancestry, you are eligible for this scholarship. You must have two letter of recommendations, a transcript and an essay explaining your reason for applying. Please see Ms. Chong for blank applications. You may also contact Audrey Rocha Reed for other questions: audrey@mauigateway.com 

Apply by March 31, 2019 

Iʻm a Bright Kid Scholarship

This foundation is looking to support high school seniors who are wanting to pursue post-high education. There are two awards: 1) Educational Award- those who want to get a degree in education (minimum $500 award) 2) Performing Arts Award- those who are seeking a degree in drama, theatre, dance, vocal performance or music theatre (minimum award $500). You will need an official transcript, two letters of recommendation and a personal statement. You can visit their website for more information on applying. 

Apply by: April 1, 2019 

Chaminade STEM scholarship 

Looking to stay in Hawaii for college? Perhaps youʻre interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering or math)? Chaminade University has a wonderful scholarship called Hoʻoulu! This scholarship would cover 4 years of tuition, academic support, financial support towards a graduate degree and more. Check it out! There is a small window to apply (March 15-April 1). 

Apply by: April 1, 2019 

Ukulele Festival Hawaii College Scholarship 

Love to play the ukulele? You could earn a college scholarship for that! Requirements are: graduating high school senior, accepted to a university/college, good character, enjoys playing ukulele and demonstrates financial need. Please visit their website for more information. 

Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship

Looking for students who are wanting to study STEM in college. This scholarship will award winners who have the following criteria: seniors in high school, GPA 3.5, plan to enroll in a full time university or college and can demonstrate financial need.  For more details, see their website (click on blue title above). 

Apply by: March 12, 2019 

Gift of Aloha-

Claro Sr. & Maxima Capili created this scholarship for seniors in high school who want to pursue higher learning. They have a love for their community of Maui and believe that ALOHA drives our hearts and reminds us of what is important! To qualify, you must be a high school senior on Maui, have at least a 3.0 and a solid goal of what they want to study in college. You can email them at thegiftofaloha@gmail.com or see Ms. Chong for an application. 

Apply by: March 1, 2019 

Wyland Galleries Scholarship- 

Wyland Galleries are providing financial awards to winners of their art contest. The theme this year is “Ancestry”. They are looking for a drawing, painting by hand or original photography. Two students will be awarded $1,500 and will have their art donated to the US VETS Homeless Shelter. If you would like to apply, please mail your piece to: 

Wyland Galleries Beachwalk Attention: Iris 226 Lewers L-127 Honolulu, HI 96815 or contact Tamlyn Fasi at (808) 798-5370 or tfasi@rfpmediasocial.com 

Please see the flyer in the counseling center for more details on the scholarship and their requirements!! (Or see Ms. Chong) 

Apply by: May 1, 2019 

AIA- American Institute of Architects- 

If you are looking to study architecture in college, this scholarship opportunity is for you. The Maui chapter is looking to award a senior in high school who would like to enter this career path. Please note, they are looking for someone who can demonstrate financial need, strong extracurricular activities and success in academics. If you are interested, please click on the blue tab above or see Ms. Chong for an application! 

Apply by April 1, 2019 

Wailea Community Association Scholarship–

Wailea Community Association is looking to support Mauiʻs most promising college-bound seniors. Last year they awarded $28, 500 in scholarships! Please visit their website for an application OR see Ms. Chong for one. 

Apply by: April 26, 2019