Hawaii Community Foundation · Varies · Deadline: February 26, 2027
Who qualifies
Demonstrate financial need; Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0; Resident of the State of Hawai’i; Attend an accredited college or university; Major in a dentistry, dental hygiene, dental technology, or dental lab technician; Dental students.
How to win it
Focus on clearly demonstrating your financial need in your application, as this is a key requirement alongside maintaining your 2.0 GPA. Make sure you can show proof of Hawaii residency and that your school is accredited, since both are required to qualify. If you are pursuing dentistry, dental hygiene, dental technology, or dental lab technology, you are in a strong position, so highlight your commitment to your specific dental field to make your application stand out.