John and Reiko Kuga Phillip Scholarship
Pauahi Foundation
Deadline: December 15.
To support graduates of Hawaiian high schools pursuing postsecondary education in the arts. Qualifications: Applicants must be a Hawaii island, public high school graduate; must be a declared art major to include, but not limited to focuses in: art history; ceramics; drawing and painting; electronic arts; fiber; glass; graphic design; photography; printmaking. Selection criteria: Completed applications submitted by the program deadline date and time are reviewed according to specific fund criteria; applications are sent to individual selection committees for review and selections. How to apply: Applicants must submit online application, which includes: One personal statement essay and one list of extracurricular/community service activities; school transcript (complete with final grade information); current high school seniors attending Kamehameha Schools only: One letter of recommendation; supplemental documents such as LORs, FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) and art portfolios; demonstrate financial need, Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), Essay explaining how a career in one of these fields will help make a difference in community and family; also submit two letters of recommendation: one from a teacher or counselor and one from a community organization or other citing how the applicant is working toward perpetuating the Hawaiian language, Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Focus: Arts.