HONOLULU, HI (December 17, 2025) |
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union (Hawaii State FCU) announced today that the application period for its 2026–2027 Scholarship Program is now open through Feb. 26, 2026. Through this program, 20 Hawaii students will each receive up to $5,000 to support their enrollment at an accredited university, college, or trade/vocational school during the upcoming academic year.
“Education has a measurable impact on a person’s financial stability over the course of their life,” said Andrew Rosen, president and CEO of Hawaii State FCU. “By providing targeted financial support, our scholarship program helps students reduce the burden of rising education costs and stay on track to complete their degrees. It is a direct and meaningful way for us to support our members and strengthen our community.”
Established in 1996, the Hawaii State FCU Scholarship Program has provided more than $1 million to help Hawaii’s students pursue higher education. Open to Hawaii State FCU members and their dependents, the scholarship program supports students who demonstrate financial need and are committed to continuing their education in the 2026–2027 school year.
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Must attend a fully accredited university, college, or trade/vocational school in the 2026-2027 school year;
- Must demonstrate financial need;
- Must attend as a full or part-time student;
- Apply as an undergraduate or graduate degree-seeking student; and
- Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
The Hawaii State FCU Scholarship Program is administered by the Hawaii Community Foundation (HCF). Students may apply through the HCF Scholarship Manager at www.HawaiiCommunityFoundation.org/Students. Required materials include an unofficial transcript, the 2026–2027 FAFSA Financial Summary, a list of achievements and community service, and optional letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted by 4 p.m. HST on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.
Additional information regarding eligibility, required documents, and the application process can be found at www.HawaiiStateFCU.com/scholarship.