Hawaii Community Foundation · Varies · Closes Feb 1
How you apply
This award is part of Hawai'i Community Foundation Common Scholarship Application — you apply through one application, not a separate one for each fund.
Hawai‘i Community Foundation has over $8 million a year available for scholarships from more than 300 funds to make the road to college—and graduation—possible.
The 2027-2028 HCF Common Scholarship Application opens on December 1, 2026. Apply by February 1, 2027, 4 PM Hawai’i Standard Time.
Be a resident of the State of Hawaii; Demonstrate financial need; Minimum GPA of 2.5; Graduate of King Kekaulike High School; Attend an accredited, two or four year, college or university; Attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office); High preference for a high school or former high school athlete; High preference for a student pursuing a career in the medica.
How to win it
To stand out for this scholarship, make sure your application highlights your athletic background and your commitment to pursuing a career in the medical field, especially if you are studying nursing. Since financial need is a key factor, be thorough and honest when documenting your financial situation. As a King Kekaulike High School graduate with at least a 2.5 GPA enrolling full-time, you are well positioned, so let your passion for both athletics and healthcare shine through in your personal statement.