Scholarships/Grants/Awards

ACT National High School Poster Contest Scholarship - ACT wants to encourage students to tap into their creativity and possibly qualify for a scholarship through the national ACT Poster Concept Contest. Students can enter the contest by designing a poster that encourages other students to attend college and to take the ACT as their college entrance exam. The winning design concept will be used to produce the 2010-2011 ACT test date information poster that is distributed to high schools nationwide. The contest is open to juniors and seniors who will be applying for the 2010 or 2011 admission to a two-year or four-year college in the United States. Visit www.actstudent.org/postercontest for the Official Entry Form, Information Sheet, and Complete Official Rules. Application Deadline: The Official Entry Form and poster must be postmarked on or between October 19, 2000 and January 30, 2010.

American Association of University Women Educatonal Grants (AAUW) Windward Branch - The grants are to be used for educational expenses at a regionally accredited, post-secondary institution in the State of Hawaii. Grants are paid directly to the institution after verification of acceptance of the recipient. The grant is for study at the undergraduate level only, for use in the year in which it is awarded. Aplicant must be: legal, Hawaii women residents of Windward Oahu; enrolled in or accepted for admissions at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution in the Stare of Hawaii; enrolled at least half-time in a classified, degree program. Application Deadline: March 1, 2010 Postmarked.

Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) - Every year APIASF awards scholarships ranging between $2,500-$5,000 to over 200 first year college students. Minimum eligibility includes: be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity; be a U. S. citizen; be enrolling at an accredited college full time as a first year student; have a minimum GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale; complete the FAFSA and submit one letter of recommendation. The application must be completed online at www.apiasf.org/scholarship. You can save your work as you go. Do not wait until the last minute if you want to be considered. Application Deadline: RECEIVED electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, January 18, 2010.

Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs Scholarships at Chaminade University of Honolulu - Chaminade University, as a Native Hawaiian Serving Institution, enjoys a special relationship with the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs. In recognition of its partnership, Chaminade is offering this scholarship which is open to members or dependents of active members of a Hawaiian Civic Club. This award is renewable for up to three additional years. Students need to complete the Chaminade University Admission Application online at http://wwwchaminade.edu.ug/ and the Association of Hawaiian Civic Club Scholarship form which is available in the Haleakala Counseling Center. Eligibility requirements for Mainland-Based HCC Members - First Year Student and for Hawaii-Based HCC members - First Year Students are also available in the Haleakala Counseling Center. Application Deadline: Application and nomination form should be submitted prior to the start of the semester for which the student intends to enroll.

Charles R. Kendall Scholarship & Education Fund - To be eligible, applicants must be a dependent of an HGEA member (whose membership has been in good standing for at least one year from the application due date) and must attend a college, community college or university or vocational, trade or other post high school study on a full-time basis for the school year 2010-201l. Applicants will be pooled into two groups- those attending a university or college and those attending a community college or vocational, trade or other post high school study. Four factors are used to evaluate the candidates: financial need, academic ability, personal letter, three recommendations. Applications are available in the Haleakala Counseling Center or you can download an application at http://www.hgea.org/Benefits/Scholarships.aspx. Application Deadline: February 16, 2010 Postmarked.

Department of Hawaiian Home Lands Scholarship at Chaminade University of Honolulu - In recognition of the partnership with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, Chaminade University is pleased to announce that it is offering the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands Scholarship to a new entering day student that is a dependent of a current resident who holds a lease to a Hawaiian Home Lands property. This award is renewable for up to three additional years. Students need to complete the Chaminade University Admission Application online at http://www.chaminade.edu/ug/ and the Hawaiian Home Lands Nomination form which is available in the Haleakala Counseling Center. Eligibility requirements for first year students are: be a dependent or current resident who holds a lease to a Hawaiian Home Lands property; be accepted into Chaminade University as an unconditionally admitted full-time day student with a high school cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Application Deadline: Application and nomination form should be submitted prior to the start of the semester for which the student intends to enroll.

Gates Millennium Scholarship - Approximately 120 Gates Millennium Scholarships will be given this year to Asian Pacific Islanders across the country, in addition to those who identify themselves as African American, American Indian/Alaskan native or Hispanic American, for a total of 1,000 Gates Scholars for 2010. Seanna Pieper-Jordan, KS 2008, was one of eleven from Hawaii that year. There were two from Hawaii in 2009. Criteria include: MINIMUM GPA of 3.3, outstanding leadership and community service and EXTREME financial hardship, including being Pell Grant eligible, as determined by the FAFSA. Multiple essays are required by the student, in addition to nomination and recommendation forms. Scholarship includes funding for undergraduate and graduate work, and a mentoring component. Writing component is extensive, so start early. Visit the website for more details. PREFERRED WAY to apply is online at www.gmsp.org. Application Deadline: January 11, 2010 for all parts.

Hawaii Community Foundation Scholarships - Hawaii Community Foundation is the second largest post-secondary scholarship provider in Hawaii. Seniors are encouraged to visit www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org and research over 100 different scholarships that are available. Search by major, ethnicity, etc. Research now! The online application will open at 8:00 a.m. (Hawaii Standard Time) on Monday, December 14, 2009 and will close at 5:00 p.m. (HST) on Monday, March 1, 2010. Application and Supporting Materials Deadline: Postmarked or hand delivered on Monday, March 1, 2010.

Hawaii Rotary Youth Foundation Scholarship - These scholarships are sponsored by the various Rotary Clubs in Hawaii. Interested students will need to contact the nearest Rotary Club where they live or in their school area to request sponsorship and the address where to mail the application. These highly competitive scholarships are based on academics, community service and financial need. Kamehameha does very well in this statewide competition, where approximately 70 scholarships are given annually. Last year's state winners were Kristy Alama, Wally Calistro and Carolynn Kitamura. Applications are available in the Haleakala Counseling Center with the contact information for sponsoring clubs and also on the website at www.hryf-d500.org. Application Deadline: The ENTIRE application, including transcript, recommendations, essay and picture MUST BE RECEIVED by the sponsoring Rotary Club no later than January 15, 2010. No late applications accepted.

Honolulu Filipino Junior Chamber of Commerce Scholarship - This scholarship is open to all graduating high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Judging criteria is based on financial need, personal statement, essay, two letters of recommendation. Application is available in the Haleakala Counseling Center. Application Deadline: December 18, 2009. Must be received in office.

KFC Colonel's Scholars - KFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for high school seniors with financial need and an entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the program. Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, textbooks, room and board. To qualify, graduating high school seniors must: earn a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75; enroll in a public college or university within their state of legal residence; plan to pursue a bachelor's degree; be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; demonstrate financial need. The online scholarship application will be available from December 1, 2009 to February 10, 2010 at www.kfcscholars.org. For questions, visit the website or call toll free at 1-866-KFC-7240. Application Deadline: February 10, 2010

Marist College National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarship - The Marist College NSF Scholarship is being offered to academically talented students who wish to major in Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems. Scholarship recipients will receive a full 4-year tuition, room and board scholarship at Marist College. If you are eligible and interested in this opportunity, apply today. Marist's online application for admission can be found at www.marist.edu/admission (on the application, check the box labeled "National Science Foundation Scholarship Program"). Admission applicants should apply as early as possible, but no later than February 15, 2010. Potential NSF Scholarship recipients will be identified once an admission decision has been finalized.

100th Infantry Battalion Legacy Scholarship - This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student, who is recognized not only for excellence in academics and community service, but also for his/her pursuit in promoting the legacy of the 100th Infantry Battalion so that others will value freedom, loyalty and patriotism. To qualify for this scholarship, an applicant must be a graduating, high school senior from the state of Hawaii who will attend an institution of higher learning in the Fall of 2010. Applications are available in the Haleakala Counseling Center. Application Deadline: March 8, 2010 Postmarked.

Prince Kuhio Hawaiian Civic Club Scholarship - Eligibility requirements: be of Hawaiian ancestry; college-bound high school students; cumulative GPA of 2.5; demonstrate academic and leadership potential. If awarded a PKHCC scholarship, applicants are expected to embrace the PKHCC mission of community service, leadership, participation, and perpetuating the Hawaiian culture. Scholarship recipients are expected to commit to volunteer work in their community, whether in Hawaii or away at a mainland college. For more information about the Prince Kuhio Hawaiian Civic Club, visit: www.pkhcc.com/scholarship. Application Deadline: Postmarked by April 1, 2010.

Seattle Pacific University SPU Scholars Award - Seattle Pacific University announces its 6th annual SPU Scholars Award, a four year full tuition scholarship. For more information, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 800-366-3344 or admissions@spu.edu. Application Deadline: January 1, 2010.

Soroptimist Youth Citizenship Awards - These awards are given in recognition of the outstanding contributions made by young people to home, school, community, country and the world. They are not scholarships but cash "awards of merit" to be used at the discretion of the recipient in any manner that will best further his/her aims and purposes. The cash award is given in a single payment to each winner. To be eligible, the applicant must be graduating during the current school year. To qualify for the award, which is judged on the citizenship and merit of the applicant, a student must have demonstrated the following during the high school years: service, dependability, leadership, clear sense of purpose. Applications are available in the Haleakala Counseling Center. Application Deadline: Postmarked by December 31, 2009.

Southern Methodist University Hunt Leadership Scholarship - Eligibility requirements: demonstrated extraordinary leadership; submission of Hunt Essay, and a completed first-year application for submission to SMU; rank in top 25% of graduating class; composite SAT 1230 on Math and Critical Reading or ACT 28; completion of a strong college preparatory curriculum, typically including AP courses, honors classes. Application Deadline: January 15, 2010.

Sullivan Leadership Award - This is a four-year scholarship equal to full tuition, room and meals for each of four years of undergraduate study at Seattle University. Recipients are selected on the basis of commitment to Service and Leadership, Academic Rigor, Community, Spirituality and Global Awareness. Along with your application, candidates must submit a leadership resume, a leadership essay and two letters of recommendation. To apply for this award, you must submit a complete admissions application and a separate Sullivan Leadership Award application. Additional information and applications are available online at www.seattleu.edu/sullivan.BOTH ADMISSIONS APPLICATION AND SULLIVAN LEADERSHIP AWARD APPLICATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by November 15, 2009.

University of Hawaii Foundation Scholarship - Considering a UH System school? Check out these websites for scholarship information: www.uhf.hawaii.edu/studentscholarships and www.hawaii.edu/diversity. Application Deadline: Deadline varies. Check with individual scholarship.

University of Hawaii Hilo Chancellor's Scholarship - This is a four-year tuition scholarship. Eligibility criteria: top 10% of your graduating class from a Hawaii high school; GPA of 3.5 or better; demonstrated leadership and/or community service. Chancellor's scholars will be expected to: maintain a 3.25 cumulative GPA; earn 24 credits per year; enroll as a full-time student; participate in leadership activities and/or community service with other Chancellor's Scholars; maintain continuous enrollment; scholars are encouraged to participate in the National Student Exchange program during their second or third year in college. Applications are available online at http://www.uhh.hawaii.edu/prospective/chancellorscholars.php. A limited supply of applications are also available in the Haleakala Counseling Center. Application Deadline: Must be received by January 31, 2010.

University of Hawaii Manoa Scholarships - UH Manoa scholarships are now available online through a Smart web application at www.star.hawaii.edu and click on "scholarships". Seniors interested in attending UH Manoa are strongly encouraged to check out this website where they can search for scholarships based on specific colleges, major, GPA, etc. Apply online and track the processing. Currently UH Manoa has approximately 6 million in scholarships from private donors as well as 18 million from the university itself. Check it out! Application Deadline: Deadline varies. Check with individual scholarship.

University of Hawaii Regents Scholarship - Scholarship applications are now open and available online at www.hawaii.edu/raps. These competitive scholarships are open to Hawaii's best and brightest and include full tuition, $4,000 a year stipend and one-time $2,000 travel grant. Available to students attending any UH system campus. MINIMUM cumulative GPA and test scores are 3.5 and 1950 combined on the three SAT sub tests. For more information and access to the online application, visit www.hawaii.edu/raps. Application Deadline: Postmarked by February 1, 2010.

College Information

Chaminade Experience - Chaminade University cordially invites students and their parents to meet and interact with current and other prospective Chaminade students, experience what Chaminade has to offer, sample some academic programs and see the campus on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 10:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.. Bring your high school transcripts and SAT or ACT scores. Space is limited, priority will be given to first time participants on a first come, first-served basis. Please register online at https://www.Chaminade.edu/Experience.

Chaminade University Information Session - Chaminade University will be hosting an informational session for students and their parents on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at the restaurant Max's of Manila in Waipahu Shopping Plaza, 94-300 Farrington Highway, Suite F-l. Chaminade will host a panel discussion where representatives will share their knowledge and answer questions about Chaminade University and the admissions process. Topics of discussion will include: applying for admissions, financial aid and scholarships, academic advising and student life. To receive more information and reserve your place at the event, please RSVP by November 6, 2009 by emailing Admissions@chaminade.edu or by calling 739-8340.

Christian College Fair - There will be a Christian College Fair at the Hawaii Baptist Academy on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. This event is FREE and DOES NOT require any registration. Just show up and check them out. For seniors, this will be your LAST opportunity to connect personally with colleges. For underclassroom, this is a great chance to begin those connections.

Interested in Applying to One of the Twenty-Seven California State University (CSU)Campuses? Read On - Seniors interested in applying to one of the 27 CSU campuses (examples: San Diego State, Cal Poly Pomona, Chico State, etc.) are reminded that the online application filing period is from November 1-30, 2009. Go to their website csumentor.edu to apply online. Several campuses are WUE schools.

The Patricia Grodd Poetry Prize for Young Writers - Are you a high school sophomore or junior? Do you love to write poetry? Then you need to enter the 7th Annual Patricia Grodd Poetry Prize for Young Writers contest presented by The Kenyon Review. The winner and two runners-up will see their poems published in The Kenyon Review, one of the country's most famous literary magazines. In addition, the winner will also receive a full scholarship to the 2010 KR Young Writers Workshop in Gambier, Ohio, next summer. To enter,visit kenyonreview.org, and click on the link for contests between November 1-30, 2009. You'll find a special log-in section to register your name and contact info, and to upload your poem (info will be used solely for The Kenyon Review and Kenyon College). Note: Only one unpublished poem, one entry per person.

University of California (UC) System Update Information - Seniors interested in applying to one of the highly selective UC System Schools (UCLA, Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz) should know that online applications will be available October 1, 2009. The strict application filing period is November 1-30, 2009. Go to the online application tour at admissions.ucop.edu/pathways2011 or www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply for more information. New materials and information about the different campuses are available in the Haleakala Counseling Center in the box marked "University of California System Information.

University of Hawaii Hilo "Meet the Deans" - This year "Meet the Deans" will take place at Leeward Community College, Campus Center, Student Lounge on December 5, 2009 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Check-in is at 9:30 a.m. Representatives from the College of Arts & Sciences, Business & Economics, Agriculture, Hawaiian Language and Pharmacy will be available to address important opportunities for students regarding their college education. RSVP by November 27, 2009 by calling (800) 897-4456 or send an email to uhhadm@hawaii.edu.

University of Hawaii Manoa College Opportunities Program (COP) - COP provides an alternative pathway for individuals who want to attend UHM but do not possess the minimum requirements for admission. Primary consideration is given to ow income, under represented minorities who are Hawaii residents. Applications are available online at www.hawaii.edu/cop. Application Deadline: December 15, 2009 for all requirement documents.

University of Hawaii West Oahu Flyer Contest - Think you've got design skills? Enter to win one of five iPod video Nanos! The grand prize is an Amazon Kindle digital reader. Visit uhwo.hawaii.edu/flyercontest to download the flyer contest design template and for information on submission and design requirements. Online voters will select the grand prize winner from the top five finalists chosen by a panel of judges. Designs are due February 1, 2010.

University of Nevada, Reno - The University of Nevada, Reno presents "University 101" on November 24, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. at McKinley High School, Hirata Hall. Learn about admissions requirements, standardized testing, academic programs, financial aid, WUE, living on-campus, and more. For more information contact Jeanette Chan-Rivera at jcrivera@unr.edu.

University of the Pacific Reception in Hawaii - The Pacific School of Engineering and Computer Science invites you to attend a reception hosted by Assistant Dean Dr. Gary Martin on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at the Ala Moana Hotel Carnation Room, 410 Atkinson Drive. The program will include presentations by Dr. Gary Martin, the Assistant Dean, along with remarks by recent graduate and Hawaiian native, Kristel Ajifu, a video presentation, a parent's perspective and comments by Pacific alumnus, Jim Lyon. Please RSVP to pshubert@pacific.edu or call 209-946-3905.

Other Information

College Costs and Financial Aid Workshop for Kamehameha Schools Neighbor Island Junior and Senior Parents - Although the value of a college education cannot be measured in dollars, the cost of attending college is a significant factor in your decision concerning your child's post-high plans. Join us for an overview of the financial aid process and learn more about need-based and merit-based scholarships. We will review the required forms as well as provide scholarship resources.

A reminder postcard will be mailed to parents two weeks before workshop date.

Molokai - Monday, November 30, 2009, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Queen Liliuokalani Children's Center Family Room

Kamuela - DATE OF WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO: Monday, December 7, 2009, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Kamehameha Schools Waimea Preschool, 64-780 Mamalahoa Highway, Administration Building Conference Room.

Kona - DATE OF WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CHANGED TO: Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Kealakehe Intermediate School, Building D, Classroom D-204.

Kauai - Senior Parents - Monday, December 14, 2009, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., King Kaumualii School Cafeteria

Kauai - Junior Parents - Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., King Kaumualii School Cafeteria

College Goal Sunday - Need help completing the FAFSA? Attend College Goal Sunday on Oahu or Hilo on January 24, 2010 or on January 31, 2010 in West Hawaii, Kauai, or Maui. This workshop is being offered FREE to assist students and their families in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the federal application required by most colleges, universities and vocation schools in the nation. There will be experts there to help your parents complete this essential form to get financial aid for college. Bring your 2009 IRS Tax Return (and your parent's return if under 24) plus your W-2 Form or other 2009 income and benefits information. Your 2009 Tax Return does not have to be complete. NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY. For more information by island, visit www.cgshawaii.org.

College Horizons 2010 - College Horizons is excited to kick-off their fall recruitment season and invite current 10th and 11th grade American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian students to apply to their CH 2010 summer programs. This is a pre-college program where 90 students work with 60 college admissions officers, college counselors, essay specialists, and other educators in a five day "crash course" on the college application process. This summer, College Horizons will offer three programs which will be hosted by the: University of Hawaii Hilo (Hilo, HI) - June 12-16; Lawrence University (Appleton, WI) - June 26-30; University of Puget Sound (Tacoma, WA) - June 26-30. The eligibility information and application materials are available on-line at www.collegehorizons.org. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2010 (1st round), February 26 (2nd round), and applications might be accepted until May 1 if space is available. Financial aid is available for tuition and airfare to students who qualify.

College Tour - California/Oregon/Washington - College Visits, Inc. will be conducting a college tour in California, Oregon, and Washington from March 20, 2010-April 1, 2010. The cost including air fare is $2,535.00. You can access their website www.college-visits.com for more information regarding this tour. This tour will be lead by Belinda Chung from St. Andrew's Priory, website belindachung@priory.net, and Dan Feldhaus, retired Iolani counselor, website dfeldhau@iolani.org.

Hawaii's 35th Annual College & Career Fair - For seniors this is your last opportunity to get "up close and personal" with the admissions folks from a school you may be interested in. For underclassmen, it is an opportunity to explore a wide variety of local and mainland colleges as well as careers. Admission is FREE. Check out the website at www.hawaiiccfair.org for more information.

Honolulu - Friday, November 13, 2009, 8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., Neal S. Blaisdell, Exhibition Hall.

Kauai - Monday, November 16, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Hilton Kauai Beach Resort.

Maui - Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Kamehameha Schools.

Hilo - Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and Thursday, November 19, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Both days will be at the Hilo Betsuin Sangha Hall.

Kona - Friday, November 20, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Waikoloa Beach Resort.

"Senior Financial Aid Night: Financial Aid 102" - A workshop for seniors and their parents at the Princess Ruth Ke'elikolani Auditorium on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Keynote speaker, Paul Phillips, Past Director of Financial Aid at California State University, San Marcos and Nationally Recognized Authority on Financial Aid, will walk you through line-by-line the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the form required by all colleges to be considered for money. Also find out about the process for accessing Kamehameha's post high financial aid. An information evening you won't want to miss out on!

You Are Personally Invited - Seniors stop by the Haleakala Counseling Center during your free period and see Mrs. Cabanilla to set up an appointment to meet with your college counselor Mrs. Kathryn Kekaulike if your last name begins with A-Ka or Mrs. Amy Sato if your last name begins with Ke-Z. Why? To touch base about where you are in your college search process and to make sure that all of your questions are answered and that you have a plan for college, etc.