Grants and scholarships are the most popular type of financial aid because they do not need to be repaid.

 

Grants: Grants are based on financial need. The most popular is the Federal Pell Grant Program. The grant amounts are dependent on:

• Estimated family contribution
• The cost of attendance
• The student’s enrollment status (full- or part-time)
• Whether the student attends for a full academic year or less

Scholarships: Scholarships are normally based on merit, including:

• Academic performance
• Special talents
• Other criteria

Scholarships can be found locally or nationally and sponsored by companies, philanthropic organizations, religious organizations, etc. For more information about various scholarships offered to student, check out the websites below.

 

Local Scholarships (for Hawai'i students)

• GEAR UP Scholarship
• Hawai'i Community Foundation
• Duke Kahanamoku Foundation Scholarship
• Hawai'i Pacific University Scholarship Information
• Hawai'i Self-Storage Scholarship
• Higher Education Board Payment
• Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation

 

University of Hawai'i (UH-Bound students)

• State of Hawai'i B Plus Scholarship
• UH Centennial Scholars Program
• UH Scholarship Opportunities for all Campuses
• University of Hawai'i Foundation Scholarship

 

National Scholarships

• Academic Competitiveness Grant
• Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship
• SuperCollege.com
• USA Funds

 

Native Hawaiian

• Kamehameha Schools
• Liko A`e Scholarship
• Ke Ali'i Pauahi Foundation

 

Asian & Pacific Island Scholarships

• OCA Scholarship for Asian Pacific Islanders

 

Junior Scholarships (for 11th graders)

• Discover Card Scholarship
• Hawai'i High School Writing Awards Competition (for Juniors and Seniors)
• Executive Women International Scholarship Program
• Fleet Reserve Association (for grades 7-12)