Kamehameha Schools was founded by the will of Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the great-granddaughter of Kamehameha the Great.
Campus Program
Connecting keiki to their roots, nurturing their dreams and encouraging them to use their voice. Kamehameha Schools provides meaningful educational opportunities for Native Hawaiian learners to explore their potential and develop as ‘ōiwi leaders.
Application window: August 15, 2020 – September 30, 2020
Age group: Check website for entry grade levels for each campus
Kīpona Scholarship
Need-based scholarship for students enrolling in participating non-Kamehameha private schools statewide. Available for returning students and new 6th or 9th grade students.
Application window: August 15, 2020 – September 30, 2020
Age group: Students entering grades K, 6 and 9
Returning Kīpona applicants: Go to TADS portal »
New Kīpona applicants: Start application »
For kōkua, call (808) 534-8080.
KS College Scholarships
Need-based scholarships for college students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees
Application window: October 1, 2020 – January 31, 2021
Age group: College students
Program info and application instructions »
‘Imi Na‘auao Scholarship
Scholarships for college students pursuing a graduate degree
Application window: October 1, 2020 – January 31, 2021
Age group: College students
Program info and application instructions »
Pauahi Foundation Scholarships
Over 100 merit- and need-based scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students that have been created by private donors and awarded based on many factors
Application window: TBD
Age group: College students
Program info and application instructions »
Pauahi Keiki Scholars
Need-based scholarships for children attending approved, non-Kamehameha preschools.
Application window: August 15, 2020 – February 28, 2021
Program info and application instructions »
Kamehameha Preschools
29 preschools located statewide offering classes for 3- and 4-year olds.
Application window: November 1, 2020 – January 31, 2021
Late applications are being accepted until May 31, 2020, for some preschool sites »
Early College Scholarship
This need-based scholarship is available to high school students who plan to enroll in a course(s) offered through the University of Hawaiʻi while attending a participating high school.
Application window: November 15, 2020 – January 31, 2021
Age group: students in 9 – 11 grades
Program info and application instructions »
Kāpili ‘Oihana Internship Program
Kāpili ‘Oihana Internship Program (KOIP) is a statewide 14-week summer internship program for college students.
Application window: TBD
Age group: College students
Program info and application instructions »
Summer School
Summer courses available at each of our 3 campuses: Maui, Hawai‘i island and O‘ahu.
Application deadline: January 2, 2021 – February 15, 2021
Kamehameha Schools Maui — Hālau ‘O Kapikohānaiāmālama
‘Ōiwi STEAM program that empowers students through rigorous and relevant courses that are academically focused and culturally-connected; incorporating group and individual projects and challenging ‘āina experiences to grow their skills as innovators and stewards of today and tomorrow.
Age group: students entering grades K-12
Program info and application instructions »
Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i
Hālau Kupukupu Summer Innovations Academy
Four-weeks of joyful summer learning that challenges students to explore and design real-world solutions that will positively impact Hawai‘i Island. Rigorous and engaging inquiries ignite passion for learning, innovative thinking, and deeper aloha for our ‘āina, lāhui, and world.
Age group: students entering grades K-8
Program info and application instructions »
Hālau Mauli Ola
Four-week high school summer program that builds and extends upon the ‘ike mauli (foundational knowledge) through ways of knowing extended beyond the regular school year and prepares students for what is beyond high school through college, career, and life learning educational opportunities.
Age group: students entering grades 9-12
Program info and application instructions »
Kamehameha Schools Kapālama — Summer School
Age group: students entering grades 1-12
Program info and application instructions »
Explorations Ho‘omāka‘ika‘i
One-week summer boarding programs providing foundational Hawaiian values and practices through hands-on activities.
Application deadline: January 2, 2021 – February 15, 2021
Age group: Students entering Grades 6-7
Program info and application instructions »
Changes to Kamehameha Schools Summer Programs
Kamehameha Scholars
Nationally acclaimed college and career counseling program that provides students entering 9th and 10th grade with post-secondary planning, year-round workshops, and interactive lessons grounded in the Hawaiian culture.
Application window: TBD
Age group: Servicing students Grades 9-12 (admissions for students entering Grades 9-10)
Program info and application instructions »
Program details and application windows may change. Check back regularly for the most up to date information.
 |
Want more information on these programs and other events and initiatives? Receive timely email updates on a variety of interest categories when you sign up for the Kamehameha Schools’ Direct Mail List.
|
