Must have been a Ho'omaka'ika'i program participant; Junior level standing or above in college; Pursuing a BA or MA in Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian Language, or M.Ed. in Hawaiian Language immersion or Education major with emphasis in Hawaiian Studies or Language
Residency: Open to All (State of Hawaii & US Continent)
How to win it
To stand out for this scholarship, make sure your application clearly highlights your participation in the Ho'omaka'ika'i program, since that experience is a core requirement and a direct connection the reviewers will be looking for. Emphasize how your pursuit of Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian Language, or a related education degree reflects a genuine commitment to the field. Let your personal story show the impact the Ho'omaka'ika'i program had on your academic path, making it easy for reviewers to see you as a dedicated continuation of that mission.