Scholarship Opportunity

Native Hawaiian Tuition Waiver

Offered by University of Hawaiʻi System

The Native Hawaiian Tuition Waiver provides tuition assistance to eligible Native Hawaiian students enrolled at University of Hawaiʻi campuses. Awards are based on financial need, enrollment status, available funding, and campus eligibility requirements.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student, Community College Student, Transfer Student, Adult Learner

Eligibility

  • Have Native Hawaiian ancestry.
  • Be admitted to a University of Hawaiʻi campus.
  • Meet residency requirements established by the institution.
  • Demonstrate financial need when required.
  • Meet satisfactory academic progress requirements.
  • Meet any additional campus-specific waiver requirements.

Requirements

  • Complete the FAFSA when required.
  • Complete the Native Hawaiian Tuition Waiver application through the campus.
  • Provide documentation verifying Native Hawaiian ancestry when requested.
  • Submit any additional financial-aid documentation required by the institution.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for admission to a University of Hawaiʻi campus.
  2. 2Complete the FAFSA.
  3. 3Submit the Native Hawaiian Tuition Waiver application.
  4. 4Provide any requested ancestry and financial documentation.
  5. 5Monitor your campus financial-aid portal for award notifications.