Hawaii Community Foundation · Varies · Deadline: February 26, 2027
Who qualifies
Resident of the State of Hawaii; Demonstrate financial need; Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0; Full or part-time student; Major in Nursing; Born on Hawaii Island; Applicants residing in Kailua-Kona or Ka'u.
How to win it
To win this scholarship, make sure your application clearly highlights that you were born on Hawaii Island and currently reside in Kailua-Kona or Ka'u, since these are specific geographic requirements you will need to confirm. Keep your cumulative GPA at or above 3.0 and be prepared to demonstrate financial need, as both are required for consideration. Strengthen your application by emphasizing your commitment to a nursing career and how your Big Island roots connect to your goals in the field.