Honolulu Community College Career and Technical Education Scholarship
Funding Amount
$50,000 (2025-2026 academic year)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Honolulu Community College Career and Technical Education Scholarship
Funder: Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Association (PFSMA)
Program Administrator: University of Hawai'i Foundation (UHF)
Program Status: Active as of 2024-2025 academic year, with $50,000 committed for 2025-2026 academic year
Geographic Scope: Honolulu, Hawaii; limited to Honolulu Community College students
Focus Areas: Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in trade industries with high demand in Hawaii's maritime and shipyard sectors
Eligible Programs
Scholarships are available for students enrolled in the following CTE programs at Honolulu Community College:
- Electrical Installation and Maintenance Technology (EIMT)
- Sheet Metal and Plastics Technology
- Welding Technology
- Occupational and Environmental Safety Management
Award Details
- Total Funding Available: $50,000 for 2025-2026 academic year
- Award Amount: Individual scholarships awarded (example: $3,000 per recipient in initial year with 8 awards)
- Use of Funds: Tuition, books, and fees
- Renewal Status: Annual program with potential for continuation based on funding availability
Background
Established in 2024, this scholarship program was created to support students pursuing high-demand trade careers essential to Hawaii's maritime and shipyard industries. The initial $26,000 endowment was established in July 2024, with an additional $50,000 approved in December 2024 for a second year of awards. Eight students received scholarships in the first year of the program (2024-2025), with recipients pursuing careers in electrical installation, maintenance technology, and welding technology.
Contact Information
University of Hawai'i Foundation
Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum
11 Arizona Memorial Drive
Honolulu, Hawaii 96818-3104
Phone: (808) 455-1600
How to Apply
Application Process
Administering Organization: University of Hawai'i Foundation
Application Method: Students must apply through Honolulu Community College or the University of Hawai'i Foundation
Eligible Applicants: Current students enrolled in eligible Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at Honolulu Community College
Note: Specific application deadlines, required documents, and submission procedures should be obtained directly from Honolulu Community College's Financial Aid office or the University of Hawai'i Foundation.
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