# Hawaiʻi Promise Scholarship

> Amount varies from University of Hawaiʻi System. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/hawaii-promise-scholarship
- Provider: University of Hawaiʻi System (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/hi
- Official page: https://www.hawaii.edu/costs/financial-aid
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Hawaiʻi Promise Scholarship is a need-based financial aid program administered by the University of Hawaiʻi System. Designed to make higher education accessible, this program is specifically for students enrolled at least half time in an eligible academic program at a University of Hawaiʻi Community College. 

Operating as a "last dollar" scholarship, the program is designed to cover remaining direct educational costs after all other grants and scholarships have been applied. Eligible expenses can include tuition, fees, books, supplies, and a standard transportation allowance. 

To determine eligibility for this program, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The financial aid office uses FAFSA-determined criteria to evaluate financial need and calculate the final award amount based on the student's remaining financial gap. For application timelines and deadlines, see the official page for current dates.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: HI
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year
- College types: 2-year college, Public college
- Must be enrolled at least half time in an eligible academic program at a University of Hawaiʻi Community College.

## How to apply

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to determine eligibility for this last-dollar scholarship program.

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