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; Be in good academic standing or by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0; Attend a community college in the State of Hawaii; Recipients who were awarded in the immediate prior year if such recipient continues to meet the eligibility requirements and is in good academic standing.; First Generation Student; GPA of 2.5.
How to win it
To win this scholarship, focus on clearly demonstrating your financial need and highlighting that you are a first-generation college student, as these are key factors in your eligibility. Make sure your GPA meets the 2.5 minimum requirement and that you are enrolled at a community college in Hawaii. Present your story honestly and confidently, showing the reviewers that you are committed to your education and ready to go for it.