Hawaiian and Indigenous Health

The Hawaiian and Indigenous Health scholarship is designed for students at the University of Hawaiʻi–West Oʻahu who are pursuing careers focused on addressing indigenous health disparities. Administered through the University of Hawaiʻi System Common Scholarship Application, this program supports individuals dedicated to improving health outcomes for Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or other Indigenous populations.

To apply, candidates must complete the system-wide application, which includes responding to a specific essay prompt of up to 600 words detailing their career commitment to combating these health disparities. While the scholarship does not strictly require the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit the FAFSA. Doing so helps the selection committees evaluate financial need, which can be a key factor for many system awards. The deadline to submit the complete application is March 1, 2027 at 4:00pm (HST).