The Hawai’i Promise is a “last dollar” scholarship and is offered to fulfil financial assistance for qualified University of Hawai‘i Community College students. For eligible students, the Hawai’i Promise scholarship offers money from UH and the State of Hawai’i covers direct education costs — including tuition, fees, and an allowance for books and supplies.
In 2023, almost $3.8 million was awarded to 1,774 eligible students across the seven UH Community Colleges. The average award per student received was $2,142 and covered direct education costs such as tuition, books and fees.
Hawaii Promise Scholarship 2024 – Overview
| Scholarship Name | Hawaii Promise Scholarship |
| Application Open Date | November 1, 2023 |
| Application Deadline | April 1, 2024 |
| Category | Scholarships in USA |
| Winners | 1 |
| Scholarship Amount | $1,000–$2,000 |
| Apply Online | https://uhcc.hawaii.edu/admissions/hawaii-promise.php |
Eligibility Criteria
Follow the Eligibility Criteria to apply for the program.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Must be a State of Hawai‘i resident or qualify for exempt status that pays in-state tuition.
- Must be enrolled in at least 6 credits per semester at a UH Community College
- Must be degree-seeking in a financial aid-eligible program.
- Must accept all federal and state grants, scholarships, and any other funding sources that do not require repayment
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress, as defined by the financial aid policies and federal regulations
- Must not have already achieved an undergraduate degree
Application Process
Here’s, what you must provide besides your application.
- Financial Information
- Grade transcript
- Short Answers
Selection Process
Here, check out how students will be selected for the program.
The scholarship recipients will be selected based on their academic standing, classroom and community leadership, and financial need.
For more information about your Hawai’i Promise Scholarship, or if you have any questions about the financial aid process, you can contact the Financial Aid Office at the community college you are enrolled in.
- Hawaiʻi Community College: (808) 934-2712, hawccfao@hawaii.edu
- Honolulu Community College: (808) 845-9116, honccfao@hawaii.edu
- Kapiʻolani Community College: (808) 734-9537, kapfao@hawaii.edu
- Kauaʻi Community College: (808) 245-8360, kauccfao@hawaii.edu
- Leeward Community College: (808) 455-0606, lccfao@hawaii.edu
- UH Maui College: (808) 984-3277, mauifa@hawaii,edu
- Windward Community College: (808)-235-7449, wccfao@hawaii.edu
FAQs
What is the application deadline?
April 1, 2024.
What is the Scholarship amount?
$1,000–$2,000.