SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - Office of the Chancellor

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE 2011-2012
HILO, HAWAI‘I
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Scholarship Program at the University
of Hawai‘i at Hilo (UH Hilo) is to recognize and
reward students who have demonstrated outstanding
academic performance and to encourage those
students who show academic potential and a willingness
to participate in community activities. The scholarship
awards imply the expectation of continued exceptional
performance and leadership by the recipients in
the years ahead.
SOURCE
UH Hilo scholarship funds come from various sources
such as private donors, foundations, professional
associations, state and local business firms.
SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Those classified (in a degree program) who are enrolled
or plan to enroll as full-time students at the University of
Hawai‘i at Hilo may apply for the following scholarships:
• Regents Scholarships for Academic Excellence
These highly competitive academic scholarships are
awarded to 20 incoming freshmen at any University of
Hawai‘i campus who are residents of Hawai‘i. These
awards, which are renewable for qualified students,
consist of $4,000, a tuition waiver, and a one-time travel
grant. Contact Barbara Bostwick for an application at
SSB 211. Deadline February 1.
• Presidential Scholarships
These highly competitive academic scholarships are
awarded to ten college juniors who are residents of
Hawai‘i and enrolled at the Manoa, Hilo or West Oahu
campuses of the University. These awards, which are
renewable for qualified seniors, consist of $4,000, a
tuition waiver, and a one-time travel grant. Contact
Barbara Bostwick for an application at 974-7691.
Deadline February 1.
• Chancellor's Scholarship
These highly competitive academic scholarships are
awarded to approximately 18 incoming freshmen who
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are graduates of Hawai‘i public high schools. This
award, which is available for four years for qualified
students, consists of an annual tuition waiver. Recipients
will be invited and encouraged to participate in honors
courses, leadership activities, and community service.
Contact the Admissions Office for an application.
Centennial Scholarship
Centennial Scholarship of up to $1,000 are available
to Hawai'i residents who graduated from a Hawai'i
high school after 2006 who have a 3.8 high school
GPA or scored a 1800 or higher on the SAT (27 on the
ACT). Contact the Admissions Office for additional
information.
• Barney S. Fujimoto Memorial Scholarship
Six or more $1000 awards given annually through Big
Island high schools to graduating high school seniors
with financial need. Contact your high school counselor
for an application.
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(808) 974-7323
Audrey Furukawa Study Abroad Scholarship
This scholarship will assist students pursuing an
opportunity to study abroad. Recipients must have a
minimum 3.2 GPA and be accepted into an approved
study abroad program. Interested students should
contact the Center for Global Education and Exchange.
The number and amount of scholarships will be based
on the availability of funds.
• Hawai‘i Island Chamber of Commerce
Scholarship
$2000 scholarship ($1000 payable each semester)
awarded annually to UH Hilo students with declared
majors in Business Administration and/or Economics
for use in their junior or senior year. Contact Dr. Kim
Furumo or the Financial Aid Office for an application.
• Daniel G. Fox Prize for Excellence in
Computer Science
Daniel G. Fox was a UH Hilo Computer Science major
who would have graduated in December, 1990. In his
memory, the $500 Daniel G. Fox Prize for Excellence
in Computer Science is awarded each year to the
incoming Computer Science senior who demonstrates
the greatest academic achievement. Applications begin

y writing a letter to the Computer Science department
requesting consideration and setting forth anything
which the applicant considers appropriate in support of
the application.
The following scholarships have been incorporated
into a single scholarship application. The application is
available online at:
https://uhhhawaii.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com
The annual application deadline is March 1.
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Masami and Mae M. Aito Excellence Scholarship
Students must be full-time undergraduates enrolled
in the College of Business and Economics and have a
cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above. Recipients must also
be graduates of a Big Island high school.
George S. Alves Memorial Scholarship
Students must be full-time or part-time undergraduates
in the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural
Resource Management, meet a minimum GPA of 3.0
and have some degree of financial need.
Aoyagi Family Endowed Scholarship
Recipients must be full-time undergraduate students
majoring in business or economics. Students must also
be graduates of a Hawai‘i Island high school, have a
minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and some degree of
financial need.
Amer Ari Men’s Golf Success Scholarship
Student recipient must be a full-time undergraduate and
a member of the Vulcans Men’s Golf Team and show
financial need.
James and Grace Arakaki Endowed Excellence
Scholarship
Scholarship supports a veteran, honorably discharged
from active U.S. military service or the son/daughter of a
veteran, honorably discharged from active U.S. military
service. Recipient must be a full-time undergraduate
enrolled in the College of Business and Economics, with
a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipient must be a graduate of
a public high school in the state of Hawai‘i, preferably
on the Big Island.
Frederic Duclos Barstow Scholarship
Scholarships for full-time undergraduate students of
American Samoan ancestry who are pursuing a degree
that requires a math and/or science major. Students
must be entering their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year at UH Hilo.
Recipients must have financial need and at least a 2.0
GPA. The number and amount of the scholarships will
be based on the availability of funds.
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• Ruth E. Black Scholarship
Scholarships of $200 or more awarded to students
who demonstrate the potential for academic growth
and achievement. First priority for scholarships shall
be given to the sons and daughters of engineers,
contractors and construction workers. Second priority
shall be given to students pursuing constructionrelated
fields of study: engineering, pre- engineering,
architecture, drafting, carpentry, construction trades, etc.
Third priority shall be given to all other well-qualified
students. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• William Bonk Scholarship for Bhutan Students
For students from Bhutan pursuing a degree at UH Hilo
in the social or natural sciences, demonstrating some
financial need and a minimum GPA of 2.85.
• Dr. John G. Chan Endowed Excellence Scholarship in
Biology
Recipients must be full-time or part-time, undergraduate
students who have declared a major in biology.
Preference shall be given to a senior who has selfidentified
an intent to continue on to graduate school.
Additional requirements include a cumulative grade
point average of 3.5 or above and some financial need.
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Larry Child Scholarship
$1,500 or more awarded annually. Recipients must be
Hawai‘i residents. Four-year renewable scholarship but
must apply each year.
Paul Mark Clark/Carl Moon Scholarship
Scholarship provided to full-time students majoring in
the Performing Arts. Students must have financial need
and minimum 3.20 GPA. The number and amount of
the scholarships will be based on availability of funds.
• Criminal Justice Scholarship
Annual awards for Hawai‘i residents interested in
making community service contributions on the
Island of Hawai‘i to needy individuals or charitable
organizations or agencies that serve the needy. Amount
of awards dependent on income from investments.
• Howard and Yoneko Droste Endowed Scholarship in
Art
Students must be full-time juniors or seniors majoring
in Art, with a minimum 3.5 GPA and demonstrated
financial need.
• Alec and Kay Keith Scholarship
Recipients must have graduated from a Hawai'i high
school (with preference given to Big Island high schools)
or be citizens of the U.S. affiliated Pacific Island States,
have financial need, and demonstrate academic merit.
Incoming freshman should have a minimum 3.00 high

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school GPA. Continuing and transfer students should
have a minimum 2.70 college GPA. To be considered,
complete the FAFSA by March 1.
Dodo Family Endowed Excellence Scholarship
Recipients must be full-time or part-time undergraduates
enrolled in any area of study, with a GPA of 3.5 or
higher. Some financial need is required.
Faliuwseuw Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship provides support to students from Fais
Island, Yap State in the Federated States of Micronesia.
Recipients must be full-time citizens of the Federated
States of Micronesia who were born and raised on Fais
Island. Students must have financial need and a
minimum 2.5 GPA. The amount of the scholarships will
be based on the availability of funds.
• James W. & Eleanor B. Frierson Endowed
Scholarship Fund
Enrolled either full-time or part-time. A written
statement on student's background and how an English
major or concentration will help to fulfill his/her career
aspirations. Some degree of financial need. Preference
will be given to students who come from a disadvantaged
background.
• Geography Founders Scholarship
Supports full-time undergraduate students of sophomore
standing or above majoring in geography. Must have a
minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.
Preference shall be given to graduates of high schools in
the state of Hawai‘i.
• UHH Gersting Scholarship
Must be enrolled full-time as undergraduates enrolled
in the Computer Science Department. Students must
demonstrate an active role in promoting, sharing, and
furthering the field of computer science on the Big
Island of Hawai‘i that may include voluntary computer
services or tutoring.
• Hawai‘i Educational Opportunity Fund
One or more scholarships awarded annually to full or
part-time undergraduate students, with preference given
to residents of the Big Island. Recipients must have a
minimum GPA of 3.0 and some degree of financial
need.
• Hawai‘i Florists & Shippers Association Endowed
Scholarship Fund
Hawai‘i residents enrolled full-time with the College
of Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resource
Management with an emphasis in floriculture and/or
ornamental production. Minimum 3.0 GPA required
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with some degree of financial need. First year students
are not eligible to apply.
• Hawai‘i Veteran’s Memorial Fund
$350 or more scholarships awarded annually to UH
Hilo students with minimum cumulative GPAs of 2.5
for Freshmen/Sophomores and 2.75 for Juniors/Seniors.
Must be a Hawai‘i resident. Renewable but must apply
annually.
• Charles R. Hemenway Scholarship
Scholarships ranging from $200 to $2000 are awarded
each year. Recipients must be Hawai‘i residents with
verifiable Community/School service activities.
Four-year renewable but must apply annually.
• Hilo High School Class of 1940 Scholarship
One or more $750 scholarships awarded annually to a
graduating senior from Hilo High School.
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IFSA Global Scholarship
This scholarship supports first generation college
students, preferably from Hawai‘i, who are participating
in a study abroad program. Eligible students must
achieve a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate some
degree of financial need.
Daniel K. Inouye Endowed Scholarship in
Astronomy
The scholarship supports a high GPA-achieving UH Hilo
senior majoring in Astronomy, with an expressed desire
to pursue a career in the field of Astronomy. Preference
is given to graduates of a high school in the state of
Hawai‘i.
• Frank T. Inouye Scholarship Fund
Scholarships ranging from $500 to $1000 are awarded
annually to students enrolled or planning to enroll in
History, Political Science and Economics. Minimum 3.0
GPA and have some degree of financial need.
• Ronald S. Jitchaku Memorial Scholarship
Awards in the amount of annual tuition costs awarded
to full-time students enrolled in the UH Hilo Liberal
Studies/Administration of Justice Program. Recipients
must be graduates of a high school in the state of
Hawai‘i. The number and amount of scholarships will be
based on the availability of funds. Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Phyllis Kahaney Humanities Award
$300 awarded annually to a Humanities major,
preference given to students age 27 or above and
enrolled at least half-time. Recipients must demonstrate
financial need and have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA.

• Ka Mahi‘ai ‘Ihi o Wailea Scholarship
Students must be juniors or seniors enrolled full-time
in the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural
Resource Management. Students must be of Native
Hawai‘ian ancestry, residents of the state of Hawai‘i and
express an interest in sustainable agriculture studies and
technologies.
• Willard D. Keim Memorial Scholarship
$500 or more awarded annually to Political Science
majors with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Kenneth K. Keliipio Scholarship
One $1200 scholarship shall be awarded annually
based on availability of funds to a full time student
enrolled in the UHH Liberal Studies/Administration of
Justice Program. Recipient must be a graduate of a high
school in the state of Hawai‘i. Renewable, but must
apply annually. Minimum 2.5 GPA.
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Kohala First Year Scholarship
Up to three non-renewable scholarships awarded
annually to graduates of Kohala High School who are
entering UH Hilo as freshmen. Awards cover tuition
and fees, book and supplies, on-campus housing and
meals, and personal expenses. Recipients must have
demonstrated financial need. Preference given to
recipients who are first generation college students and
who have a history of community service.
• Momoyo Hamano Endowed Excellence
Scholarship
Recipients must be full-time, undergraduate students
majoring in any area of study, with preference given to
graduates of Hawai‘i Island high schools. Scholarship
may be awarded annually to support a student up to
four consecutive years. Must have some degree of
financial need and minimum GPA of 3.5.
• Paul J. Kopecky Memorial Scholarship
Minimum of $500 awarded annually to students who
are active in the area of student services either through
student employment, activities, as a volunteer or in
some other way. Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Lin Hing Society Endowed Scholarship
Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours in a liberal arts or
vocational education program. Minimum GPA of 2.0,
and financial need. Preference given to applicants of
Chinese heritage from Hilo, the Big Island or Guandong
Province, China. The number and amount of the
scholarship will vary.
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J.M. Long Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is available to full-time undergraduates
enrolled in health or business related majors. Students
must be a Hawai'i resident, have financial need and
demonstrate academic merit. The number and amount
of the scholarship will be based on the availability of
funds.
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• Masaya and Miyoko Miyao Mamo Street
Endowed Scholarship
Recipients must be full time student-athletes entering
their junior or senior year. The recipients should be
individuals who have demonstrated academic and
athletic commitment and dedication and who exhibit
strong team spirit, show enthusiasm for the game, and
motivate other players.
• Constance E. Masutani Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship of $400 or more awarded annually to
graduates of Big Island High Schools. Preference given
to entering freshmen who graduated from Hilo High
School.
• George M. Matsumura Memorial Scholarship
Two or more $200 scholarships awarded annually to
part- time or full-time employees of KTA Super Stores
who enroll or plan to enroll in the business field (with
an emphasis in accounting). Minimum 2.5 GPA and
financial need.
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NHERC Scholarship
The Scholarship is for either full-time or part-time
undergraduates enrolled at the North Hawai‘i Education
Research Center (NHERC). Recipients must have
financial need. Preference will be given to residents of
Hamakua and Kohala. The number and amount of the
scholarships will be based on the availability of funds.
Noguchi Scholarship for Native Hawai‘ians
This scholarship benefits past participants in the Na Pua
No‘eau Program who are currently undergraduate or
graduate students at any University of Hawai‘i campus.
Students must show financial need and have a desire to
make contributions to the Hawai‘ian community.
Keru Oda Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship supports full-time undergraduate
students majoring in any area and meeting a minimum
3.0 GPA. Eligible students must show financial need and
preference shall be given to graduates of Big Island high
schools.
Osher Reentry Scholarship
This fund provides scholarships to assist reentry students
between the ages of 25-50 whose collegiate studies
have been interrupted by circumstances beyond
their control for at least five years and are resuming
their studies to complete their first undergraduate
baccalaureate degree. Recipients must also have
financial need. Students must anticipate participation in
the workforce for a significant period of time subsequent
to graduation. The number and amount of the
scholarships will be based on the availability of funds.
• Louisa Pereira Endowed Scholarship
Recipients must be a non-traditional student enrolled
full-time in a degree program in any area of study at

UHH. Students must show academic merit as
demonstrated by progress towards completion of
degree, statement relating degree being sought to
future career plans, past community services, and some
financial need.
• Sharon Peterson Scholarship
Annual scholarship of $1,000 awarded to a student
enrolled full-time in the Teacher Education Program.
Preference will be given to a student who has a record
of volunteer service as an inspirational coach or teacher.
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UH Hilo Performing Arts Scholarship
For students majoring in Performing Arts at UH Hilo.
Recipients must have at least junior standing and must
meet a minimum 2.0 GPA.
UH Hilo Pride Legacy Scholarship
Recipients must be active members of Pride Hilo, a UH
Hilo Registered Independent Student Organization.
Undergraduate students must have completed at least
24 credit hours. Graduate students may also apply.
Students must have financial need and a minimum 3.0
GPA. One $500 scholarship will be awarded annually.
• Que-Andrada Foundation Endowed Excellence
Scholarship
Recipients must be full-time, undergraduate students
who can demonstrate participation in activities
related to Filipino culture, including volunteering
for organizations serving the Filipino community or
enrolling in programs or educational offerings related
to Filipino culture. Additional requirements include a
cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above and some financial
need.
• Rotary Club of Hilo Scholarship Fund
Scholarship of $1,500 awarded annually to fulltime
students enrolled in the College of Business
and Economics. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Some degree of
financial need. Demonstrate volunteer service in the
community.
• Sangam Scholarship
One or more scholarships awarded annually. Recipients
must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial
need and be a graduate of a Hawai'i high school and/or
a resident of Hawai'i for at least five years.
• Hiroo Sato Scholarship
Scholarships up to $1,000 awarded to students with
financial need. Minimum 3.0 GPA for entering students,
and 2.7 GPA for continuing students.
• Marie E. Schleichert Annual College of
Agriculture Scholarship
$100 scholarships awarded annually to College of
Agriculture students. Recipients must be a resident of the
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Island of Hawai‘i and have a desire to work in forestry
or some phase of agriculture or aquaculture, with an
intent to save the land and seas in and around Hawai‘i.
(Horticulture is excluded.) Preference given to applicants
of Hawai‘ian Ancestry or Native Americans.
• Lawrence Silva Memorial Excellence Scholarship
Eligible students must be full-time undergraduate or
graduate students at the Ka Haka `Ula O Ke`elikolani
College of Hawai‘ian Language and have a 3.5 GPA or
above. Must be able to show financial need.
• G.Y. Sonomura Endowed Excellence Scholarship
Scholarship for a single parent enrolled full time or part
time in an undergraduate or graduate program in any
area of study. GPA must be 3.5 or higher; some degree
of financial need. Written essay required describing
educational goals and answering the question “What are
the greatest hurdles faced in order to attain this goal?”
• G.Y. Sonomura Endowed Excellence Scholarship for
Japanese Studies
Awarded annually to Japanese Studies majors with some
degree of financial need and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or
better.
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Walter and Betty Steiger Physics & Astronomy
Scholarship
This scholarship supports students majoring in physics
or astronomy who demonstrate a combination of merit
and financial need. Student must have a minimum 3.0
GPA and be a graduate of a Hawai‘i high school.
• Student Opportunity Fund
Four scholarship awards (usually around $2000 each)
for students in music, drama and painting. Recipients
must be a Hawai‘i high school graduate, minimum 3.0
GPA and have financial need. Priority given to students
of Asian-Pacific Island ancestry.
• Subaru Telescope Success Scholarship
Recipient must be enrolled full-time as an
undergraduate majoring in Physics or Astronomy and
have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5 as an entering
freshman. Student must also show some degree of
financial need and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• R. Ben Tsukazaki Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Recipients must be juniors or seniors majoring in
English with an emphasis on creative writing, presenting
a minimum GPA of 3.0 and some financial need.
Applicants must submit a portfolio of original prose and/
or poetry and a 2-3 page reflective essay (see English
Department for more information).
• Taketa, Iwata, Hara Accounting Scholarship
Students must be full-time undergraduates majoring in
Accounting in the College of Business and Economics

and have a 3.3 GPA or above. Students must have
financial need. Preference shall be given to graduates
of Big Island high schools or high schools in the state of
Hawai‘i.
• Sebastian Success Scholarship
Sabine Success Scholarship
Samantha Success Scholarship
Christopher Success Scholarship
Eligible students must be enrolled full-time as
undergraduates majoring in any area of study. Students
must also show financial need and demonstrate
academic merit with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference
given to graduates of a Hawai‘i Island high school.
• Richard R. Taniguchi Scholarship
Annual awards (amount and number of awards
dependent on income from investments) for full time
students majoring in Business. Some degree of financial
need. Recipients are eligible for scholarship renewal up
to four years so long as all criteria are met.
• John & Mary Tolmie and James & Fulvia Bailey
Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships for full-time undergraduate students with
financial need. Preference given to graduates of a
Hawai'i high school. The number and amount of the
scholarships will be based on the availability of funds.
• UH Hilo Alumni & Friends Scholarship
Scholarships of up to $1,500 awarded annually to full
or part-time undergraduate or graduate students who
are immediate family members of UH Hilo alumni
(or, in the case of graduate students, UH Hilo alumni
themselves). Minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduates
and 3.0 for graduate students. Some degree of financial
need.
• UH Hilo Volunteer Service Award
Two or more $500 awards given annually to continuing
students who have contributed outstanding volunteer,
non-compensated service which significantly benefits
the University and/or community. Minimum 2.5
cumulative GPA required.
• Dr. Francis F.C. Wong Memorial Scholarship
Four $750 scholarships awarded annually to Big Island
high school graduates who have excelled as athletes.
• Coach Jimmy Yagi Endowed Scholarship
Recipient must be a full-time undergraduate and a
member of the Vulcans Men’s Basketball Team. Student
must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and completed at
least 30 credits at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo in
the preceding academic year.
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• James S. and Kameko Yagi/Sadao and Bessie Y.
Nishida Scholarship
Students must be full-time undergraduates in any
area of study who have a minimum 3.5 GPA. Must
show financial need and preference shall be given to
graduates of Hawai‘i Island high schools.
• Hiromu and Helen Yamanaka Scholarship
Recipients must be full-time or part-time, undergraduate
students majoring in any area of study, with a
cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and some financial
need. Preference shall be given to graduates of Hawai‘i
Island high schools.
• Michio Yoshimura Memorial Art Scholarship
$300 scholarship awarded annually to a graduate
of a Big Island High School. Preference given to the
graduating seniors from Waiakea and Hilo High
Schools. Recipient must be admitted as an Art Major
at UH Hilo. This award may be renewable but students
must apply each year.
• Lee Ting You Family of Kohala Success
Scholarship
Recipient must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate
majoring in any area of Natural Sciences and show
financial need. The student must be a first generation
college student and a graduate of a small rural public
high school on the Big Island, with first preference given
to a graduate of Kohala High School.
The following scholarships which only pertains to
College of Pharmacy students, have also been
incorporated into the single online application, at
https://uhhhawaii.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com
• CVS/Caremark Scholarship
Scholarships support pharmacy students in good
academic standing who are interested in practicing
pharmacy in a retail setting.
• Good Neighbor Pharmacy Scholarship
Awarded on a combination of academic merit and
financial need, this scholarship benefits a pharmacy
student who intends to practice in an independent
community pharmacy environment and hopes to own
his or her own store.
• Haga Family Endowed Scholarship
Must be full-time professional student at the College
of Pharmacy and meet a cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or
above and show financial need. Preference is given to
graduates of Big Island high schools.

• JM Long Foundation Pharmacy Scholarship
This scholarship benefits pharmacy students, preferably
in their 2nd or 3rd year of study, who are planning
to practice pharmacy in a retail community setting.
Combination of financial need and academic merit.
• College of Pharmacy Inaugural Class of 2011
Scholarship
Must be enrolled in the College of Pharmacy in the
2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study and achieve a minimum
3.0 GPA. Must demonstrate leadership and community
service that promotes the UH Hilo College of Pharmacy.
• Grace Mizuko Miyawaki Scholarship
Must be enrolled full-time in the College of Pharmacy
and demonstrate financial need. Preference shall be
given to a graduate of a high school in the state of
Hawai‘i.
• National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS)
Foundation Pharmacy Partners Scholarship
The annual scholarship benefits pharmacy students
who demonstrate an interest in a career in community
pharmacy.
• Safeway Scholarship
Must be enrolled in the College of Pharmacy, meet a
minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate an intereset in
working in a retail pharmacy setting.
• Walgreens Diversity Scholarship
Benefits a pharmacy student with a minimum GPA
of 2.0 who has made efforts to raise awareness or to
educate others regarding diversity in the practice of
pharmacy.
• Walmart Scholarship
Supports a pharmacy student with a minimum 3.0 GPA,
who demonstrates leadership ability and financial need,
and has a strong desire to enter community pharmacy
practice.
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College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resouce
Management Scholarship:
Contact the Dean’s Office at 974-7393 for more information
and application forms for the following scholarship.
• Beatrice Campbell Beckley/Hoowaiwai Farms
Scholarship
Scholarship(s) awarded annually to College of
Agriculture students who are graduates of Big Island
high schools.
• Dr. Frederick K. T. Tom Memorial Scholarship
$500 scholarship awarded annually to a graduating
Hawai‘i Island High School senior or entering junior or
entering senior in the College of Agriculture. Minimum
2.5 cumulative GPA required. Renewable, but must
reapply the following year.
The following four music scholarships are incorporated
into a single application which may be obtained by
contacting the Performing Arts Department or the UH
Hilo Financial Aid Office:
• Gloriana Adap Memorial Scholarship for Singers
$100 to $200 scholarships awarded annually to
students enrolled or planning to enroll in music studies.
Recipients must maintain a 2.5 in music courses, 2.0
overall, and participate in all UH Hilo choral ensemble.
Interview and audition required.
• Richard Adap Memorial Scholarship for Singers
$250 to $500 scholarships awarded annually to
students enrolled or planning to enroll in music studies.
Recipients must maintain a GPA of 2.5 in music
courses, 2.0 overall, and participate in all UH Hilo
choral ensembles. Interview and audition required.
• Paul Gouglides Memorial Grant for Pianists
An award of an amount to be determined by the
Music Scholarship Committee given to a serious
piano student. Recipient must be a full-time student,
maintain a GPA of 3.0 in music courses and 2.5 overall,
participate in a UH Hilo music ensemble. Interview and
audition required.

UH HILO GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Opportunity Grants
Need based Opportunity Grants are available based on
demonstrated financial need. The Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should be filed by the UH
Hilo March 1 priority filing date.
Merit Based Achievement Scholarships
Application forms for the scholarships based on achievement
or service are available at the respective college
deans, directors, or the Financial Aid Office, as follows:
• Athletic (service)
Larry D. Irvin, Director
• College of Arts & Sciences (for achievement or
service)
Dr. Randy Hirokawa, Dean
• College of Business and Economics
Dr. Drew Martin, Associate Professor
• College of Agriculture Forestry & Natural
Resource Management (achievement/service or
entering Freshmen)
Dr. William W.M. Steiner, Dean
• College of Hawai‘ian Language
Dr. Kalena Silva, Director
• Kipuka Native Hawai‘ian Student Center
Gail Makuakane-Lundin, Director
• International Student Services
Director
• Students with Disabilities
Susan Shirachi, Director
For the following scholarships, available in Hilo, students
should contact the sponsoring organization directly for
information and application forms:
• American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Scholarship
Annual scholarships of $750 to $1000 are awarded to
female students attending UH Hilo. Students must be
a classified student at the Junior level or above at the
beginning of the academic year for which the scholarship
is awarded; be a resident of the state of Hawai‘i or
have graduated from a high school in Hawai‘i; have a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above; demonstrate
financial need. Deadline for returning the completed
application is March 1. Applications may be obtained
from the UH Hilo Financial Aid Office.
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• Big Island Press Club’s Robert Miller Scholarship
Awarded annually to a Big Island student interested in
the communications media. Applicants must have a
desire for a career in the media. Applications available
from Big Island Press Club, P.O. Box 1920, Hilo,
Hawai‘i 96720.
• Big Island Association of Nurserymen
Scholarship of $1,000 annually to a student in Tropical
Horticulture. It will be designated as $500 per semester.
Full-time student at UHH, declared major in Tropical
Horticulture with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Apply on-line
at www.hawaiiplants.com
• Big Island Sustainable Communities Association
Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship awarded annually to assist upperdivision
Agriculture students at UH Hilo or HawCC who
have demonstrated leadership qualities in school and in
the community. Student must be a resident of Hawai‘i
and a full-time registered student with a minimum
cumulative 3.0 GPA. Send applications to: Scholarship
Committee, Big Island Sustainable Communities
Association, PO Box 797, Kurtistown, HI 96760.
Application deadline: May 1.
• Hawai‘i Community Foundation Scholarships
All students are encouraged to apply for the various
scholarships administered by the Hawai‘i Community
Foundation. Applications and information may be
obtained by writing to the Hawai‘i Community
Foundation, 1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800, Honolulu,
Hawai‘i 96813. Phone (808) 537-6333. Neighbor
Islands call toll-free (888) 731-3863. Apply on-line by
February 25 at hawaiicommunityfoundation.org
• Hawai‘i Island Landscape Association Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded annually to a student in
their senior year at any high school on the Big Island, or
currently enrolled or planning to enroll in any college
or university, or any institution of higher learning in a
program in horticulture, landscaping, or agriculture.
Send applications to: Hawai‘i Island Landscape
Association, PO Box 1594, Kailua Kona, HI 96745-
1594. Application deadline: April 30.
• Hilo Orchid Society Scholarship
A $500 scholarship is awarded to a deserving College
of Agriculture student majoring in a discipline related
to the science, hybridization, or production of orchids
or other semi-tropical flowering plants. Applicant
must plan to live on the Orchid Island with intent to
work in the horticultural field and promote the flower
industry. Student must have been a Hawai'i resident for
at least one year and be at least a sophomore, full-time
student with a high GPA in previous year(s). Submit an

application by August 1 to Hilo Orchid Society, P.O.
Box 4294, Hilo, Hawai‘i 96721.
• Kamehameha Schools
Students of Hawaiian ancestry or part-Hawaiian
ancestry are encouraged to apply for the Kamehameha
Schools and Ke Ali‘i Pauahi Foundation Scholarships.
Application forms and information may be obtained
by writing to the Kamehameha Schools, Financial Aid
and Scholarship Services, 567 South King Street, Suite
102, Honolulu, HI 96813 or call on the Island of Oahu
534-8080, Toll-free 1-800-842-4682, Press 9, Extension
48080. For convenience check the website at:
www.ksbe.edu/finaid
• Ke Ali‘i Pauahi Foundation
Ke Ali‘i Pauahi Foundation administers scholarships
with various eligibility criteria that are merit-based
and/or need-based. The Foundation may administer
scholarship for other organizations whose mission or
purpose is consistent with those of the Foundation
and Kamehameha Schools. Application forms and
information may be obtained by writing to Ke Ali‘i
Pauahi Foundation, 567 South King Street, Suite 160,
Honolulu, HI 96813. Telephone (808)534-3966, tollfree
1-800-842-4685, 9# ext 43966. www.pauahi.org
• Native Hawai‘ian Higher Education Program
Funded by the U.S. Department of Education and
administered by the ‘Aha Punana Leo. The goal of this
program is to support Native Hawai‘ians in pursuit
of post-secondary education in Hawai‘i and the
Continental U.S. This scholarship will enable students to
successfully complete their course of study and acheive
fluency in the Hawai‘ian language, to be utilized in
their chosen professions within the communities that
have provided family based sustenance to the student’s
education process. In support of the aforementioned
educational goal, students in receipt of this scholarship
are required to study Hawai‘ian language. For more
information contact Kekoa Harman, ‘Aha Punana Leo,
1744 Kinoole St., Hilo, Hawai‘i, 96720.
Phone (808) 961-0093 or Fax (808) 969-1555.
• Panaewa Hawai‘ian Home Lands
Community Association Scholarship
Two $150 and two $250 scholarships awarded annually
to dependents of the Panaewa Hawai‘ian Home Lands
Community Association (PHHLCA) members. The
applicant’s parents must have been a member of the
PHHLCA for at least two years. Application forms may
be obtained from the UH Hilo-Financial Aid Office
or by writing to: PHHL Community Association,
Scholarship Committee, 100 Ohuohu Street, Hilo,
Hawai‘i 96720.
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• Zonta International Jane M. Klausman Women In
Business Scholarship
Zonta International Jane M. Klausman Women In
Business Scholarship is awarded to women studying
business at the undergraduate level who have
demonstrated outstanding potential in the field.
The Zonta Club of Hilo scholarship is $1000. The
recipient is also entered in the next level and may be
eligible for additional awards. Complete applications
must be received by the Zonta Club of Hilo, P.O.
Box 1915, Hilo, HI 96721 by May 1st. General
Information, eligibility requirements and application
forms are available on-line at zonta.org or at the UH
Hilo Financial Aid Office after November 1.
• AmeriCorps National Service
In exchange for a year of service, AmeriCorps
members receive an education award of $4,725
to help pay off student loans or help finance their
education. During term of service, AmeriCorps
members earn a living allowance and may qualify
to defer their existing student loans. For more
information call 1-800-942-2677 (TTY 1-800-833-
3722) or visit the AmeriCorps web site at
www.americorps.org.
Applications for specific scholarships are available from
the UH Hilo Financial Aid Office (unless otherwise
indicated) during the fall and spring semesters for the
succeeding academic year.
Application deadline dates generally range from
February 1 to March 1.
Contact the Financial Aid Office at
UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I AT HILO
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
200 W. KAWILI ST.
HILO, HAWAI‘I 96720-4091
PHONE: (808) 974-7323
FAX: (808) 933-0861
E-mail: uhhfao@hawaii.edu
UH Hilo Website: www.uhh.hawaii.edu
The office is located in the front lobby of the
Student Services Building.
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday
7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Counseling Hours by Appointment:
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The Council on International Educational Exchange
www.ciee.org/
The C-ISP supports a number of programs,
including the Bowman Travel grants.
International Scholarship Websites
• International Student Information Center
www.internationalstudent.com/
• International Education Financial Aid (IEFA)
www.iefa.org
• NAFSA: For Students
www.nafsa.org
Nondiscrimination Policy
The University of Hawai’i at Hilo is an equal opportnity/
affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy
of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion,
color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status,
arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and veteran
status. This policy covers academic considerations such as
admission and access to, participation and treatment in the
University’s programs, activities and services.
With regard to employment, the University is committed to
equal opportunity in all personnel actions such as recruitment,
hiring, promotion and compensation. Sexual
Harassment is expressly prohibited under University policy.
The University strives to promote full reali zation of equal
opportunity through a positive, continuing program in
compliance with the affirmative action mandates of federal
Executive Order 11246.
For information on equal opportunity policies or complaint
procedures for the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, contact the
following persons:
Students: Asst. Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Student Services Building, Room 208
Phone: (808) 974-7334
Employees: EEO/AA Director
Phone: (808) 933-0824
UHH recognizes its obligation to provide overall program
accessibility for persons with disabilities. For University
Disability Services information assistance, contact:
Susan Shirachi, Director
200 W. Kawili St. • Hilo, HI 96720-4091
Phone: V (808) 933-0816, TTY (808) 933-3334
E-mail: shirachi@hawaii.edu
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OTHER LISTINGS OF FINANCIAL AID
The UH Hilo Library and the Hawai‘i public libraries
have numerous publications on scholarships, grants
and other sources of aid.
Scholarship and Financial Aid for Advanced Training
Available to Residents of the State of Hawai‘i, (Hawai‘i
State Department of Education) This publication listing
over 500 local and national sources of financial
assistance is available in high school guidance
counselor offices, college financial aid offices, and in
Hawai‘i public libraries.
You may also wish to explore the internet for
scholarship opportunities:
www.finaid.org
www.collegeanswer.com
www.fastweb.com
www.collegeboard.com/pay
www.students.gov
www.usafunds.org
Information about the Hope and Lifetime Learning tax
credits can be obtained from the following sources:
• IRS Form 1040 Instructions
• IRS Publication 970, "Tax Benefits for Higher
Education"
• IRS TeleTax, telephone number
1-800-829-4477
• U.S. Education Dept. Families Guide to Tax Cuts
for Education
• www.irs.gov
• www.hawaii.edu/1098T
National Defense University
www.ndu.edu
Sponsored by the U.S. government.
Institute of International Education (IIE)
www.iie.org
Provides descriptions of different careers,
educational requirements, working conditions and
compensation, as well as fast-growing careers.