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.
Demonstrate financial need; Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0; Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i; Pursue a Masters or Doctoral degree; Intend to major in Nursing or Public Health.
How to win it
To stand out for this scholarship, make sure your application clearly demonstrates your financial need and confirms your intent to pursue a graduate degree in Nursing or Public Health. Since the GPA requirement is a minimum 2.0, focus your energy on crafting a compelling personal statement that highlights your commitment to serving Hawaii's communities through your chosen field. Being a Hawaii resident pursuing a Masters or Doctoral degree in these areas puts you in a strong position, so let your passion for public health or nursing shine through every part of your application.