# 442nd Veterans Endowed Scholarship

> Amount varies from University of Hawaii System. Deadline Mar 1, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/442nd-veterans-endowed-scholarship
- Provider: University of Hawaii System (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Deadline Mar 1, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/hi
- Official page: https://www.hawaii.edu/costs/how-to-apply
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The 442nd Veterans Endowed Scholarship is designed for students attending any campus within the University of Hawaii System. This program supports students pursuing higher education by offering financial assistance funded through the University of Hawaii Foundation donors. To qualify for this specific award, applicants must complete an optional essay detailing the World War II history and lasting legacy of the United States Army's 442nd Regimental Combat Team. 

To apply, students must submit the University of Hawaii System Common Scholarship Application. While completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is not a mandatory requirement for this scholarship, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit the FAFSA. Doing so helps the selection committees evaluate financial need, which can be a deciding factor for various system-wide awards. The deadline to submit the complete application, including the required essay, is March 1, 2027 at 4:00pm (HST).

## Who can apply

- Residents of: HI
- Education level: Undergraduate, Graduate student
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year, Graduate
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Public college
- For students attending a University of Hawaii System campus who complete the specific essay regarding the legacy of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team.

## How to apply

Complete the online UH System Common Scholarship Application and submit the specialized essay about the 442nd Regimental Combat Team.

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