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USS Kamehameha Scholarship 2027 - STEM & Business

Deadline December 1, 2026 (2027-2028 Pauahi postsecondary cycle) 70 days left · Hosted by Pauahi Foundation (USS Kamehameha Scholarship) · Published

The USS Kamehameha Scholarship supports full-time students earning degrees in STEM or business when merit, service, and academic momentum matter more than a need essay. Pauahi Foundation lists one award per cycle for U.S. residents enrolled at accredited institutions, with at least a 3.0 GPA and documented community service or extracurricular activities. Eligible fields span engineering, computer science, biological sciences, mathematics, health professions, and business majors Pauahi classifies under its STEM and business filters. Third-party databases often cite a $1,000 disbursement, while Pauahi still sizes the final check from fund income. Learners in Hawaiʻi and on the U.S. continent may apply, and the Foundation gives preference to students of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law. Plan on the 2027-2028 application opening October 1, 2026 and closing December 1, 2026.

One merit award
~$1,000
Undergrad + graduate
STEM + business
2027-28 Pauahi close
Dec 1, 2026
US residents eligible
Hawaiʻi + mainland
How to apply Am I eligible? Official website

What is the USS Kamehameha Scholarship?

USS Kamehameha sits in Pauahi Foundation's postsecondary catalog as a compact merit award for students heading into STEM labs or business classrooms. You need full-time enrollment, at least a 3.0 GPA, and a major Pauahi classifies as science, technology, engineering, math, or business. Community service and extracurricular activities belong in the file too, because reviewers want to see how you apply technical skills outside the lecture hall.

One recipient per cycle keeps expectations clear. Third-party sites often list the check around $1,000, which helps with books, fees, or conference travel even though Pauahi still sets the final amount from fund income. You do not need hardship essays for this fund by itself, though you can stack other Pauahi need awards in the same portal if you qualify separately.

Geography mirrors many Pauahi listings: eligible learners in Hawaiʻi and on the U.S. continent may apply, with preference for Hawaiian ancestry where law allows. When applications open on October 1, 2026, register early, tie your personal statement to a real STEM or business problem you care about, and submit before the December 1 close so staff can flag missing transcripts while the cycle is still open.

Who can apply

Eligibility

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    STEM or business major
    Pursue an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree in a STEM field or business at an accredited U.S. institution. Pauahi listings include engineering, computer science, biological sciences, mathematics, health professions, and business and management majors.
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    Minimum 3.0 GPA
    Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on the transcript you upload. Pauahi uses the published minimum as a hard gate for this endowed fund.
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    Full-time classified enrollment
    Enroll full time as a classified undergraduate or graduate student. Half-time enrollment does not match the guidebook listing.
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    U.S. residency
    You must be a resident of the United States. Pauahi lists the fund for learners in the State of Hawaiʻi and on the continental United States.
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    Community service or activities
    Participate in community service or extracurricular activities and describe them in Pauahi's standard activity list and personal statement.
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    Merit-based selection
    This fund does not require Pauahi's hardship essay or tax forms unless you also select separate need-based scholarships in the same profile. Reviewers focus on GPA, field fit, and engagement.
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    Hawaiian ancestry preference
    Foundation policy gives preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law. Other eligible STEM and business students may still compete when they meet GPA and enrollment rules.
What you get

Benefits

  • Number of awards 1 per cycle (Pauahi listing)
  • Typical award size About $1,000 (third-party listings)
  • Eligible credentials Associate, bachelor's, and graduate degrees
  • Eligible fields STEM and business majors
  • Merit-based selection GPA plus service and statement
  • Renewal Follow Pauahi renewal rules if offered
  • Full tuition guarantee Not covered
  • Non-STEM or non-business majors Not covered
What to prepare

Document checklist

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    Pauahi Foundation online application
    Register or refresh your profile on the Pauahi postsecondary portal when the 2027-2028 cycle opens and select the USS Kamehameha Scholarship in your fund list.
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    Personal statement essay
    Explain your STEM or business goals, how you serve your community, and why this endowed fund fits your academic plan.
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    Extracurricular and service activity list
    Enter clubs, internships, research teams, and volunteer hours with dates so reviewers can verify the involvement described in your essay.
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    Most recent transcript
    Provide academic records showing at least a 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment toward a qualifying STEM or business degree.
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    Letter of recommendation (KS seniors only)
    Current high school seniors attending Kamehameha Schools must include one letter of recommendation per base Pauahi rules unless the portal adds fund-specific letters.
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    Supplemental uploads if requested
    Watch for optional letters of recommendation or résumé files Pauahi enables when you apply to multiple funds in one submission.
Step by step

How to apply

Verify your major appears under Pauahi's STEM or business filters before you select the fund. Interdisciplinary programs should map clearly in your personal statement.
List robotics teams, business clubs, tutoring, or community projects with hours and outcomes so merit reviewers see impact beyond grades.
Order a transcript showing at least a 3.0 GPA and full-time status before the portal opens.
Connect your major to a concrete problem you want to solve in Hawaiʻi or your home community, even if you study on the mainland.
Create or update your profile at pauahi.org/postsecondary-scholarships. Use Chrome or Firefox on a laptop, not mobile Safari, per Pauahi guidance.
Add this scholarship plus any other eligible Pauahi funds in one submission. Need-based funds may require extra essays if you select them alongside this merit award.
Upload transcripts, essays, and activity lists before the posted close. Watch [email protected] for follow-up questions.
When

Deadline and timeline

Application deadline
December 1, 2026 (2027-2028 Pauahi postsecondary cycle)
70 days left
Oct 1, 2026
Pauahi postsecondary application opens for the 2027-2028 academic year.
Oct 2026
Confirm STEM or business enrollment, outline service examples, and finalize your personal statement.
Nov 2026
Upload transcript and activity list; double-check GPA and full-time status.
Dec 1, 2026
Application deadline for the 2027-2028 cycle unless Pauahi announces an extension.
Spring 2027
Committee review and award notification for USS Kamehameha and peer funds.
Fall 2027
Scholarship funds applied toward continuing STEM or business coursework.
Questions

FAQ

What is the USS Kamehameha Scholarship?

It is a Pauahi Foundation merit fund with one award per cycle for full-time U.S. students pursuing STEM or business degrees. The name references the USS Kamehameha legacy fund within Pauahi's postsecondary catalog, and Pauahi applies its standard preference for Hawaiian ancestry where law allows.

What majors qualify for the USS Kamehameha Scholarship?

Pauahi and BigFuture list business and a broad STEM footprint, including engineering, computer science, biological sciences, mathematics, health professions, and related technical fields. If your major blends disciplines, explain the STEM or business core in your personal statement.

What GPA do I need for the USS Kamehameha Scholarship?

You need at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on the transcript you submit. Lower GPAs do not match the published listing for this endowed fund.

How much is the USS Kamehameha Scholarship worth?

Third-party listings such as Unigo describe a $1,000 award for one recipient. Pauahi may adjust the disbursement based on fund income, so treat your official award letter as the final amount.

Is the USS Kamehameha Scholarship need-based?

No. BigFuture classifies it as merit-based with no hardship essay requirement for this fund alone. You may still apply to separate Pauahi need awards in the same portal if you qualify.

When is the USS Kamehameha Scholarship deadline?

Pauahi opens the 2027-2028 postsecondary cycle on October 1, 2026 and closes it on December 1, 2026. Confirm timestamps on the live portal before you file.

Can graduate students apply for the USS Kamehameha Scholarship?

Yes. Pauahi lists both undergraduate and graduate students when they enroll full time, meet the 3.0 GPA floor, and pursue qualifying STEM or business credentials.

Is the USS Kamehameha Scholarship only for Hawaiʻi residents?

No. Pauahi lists the fund for eligible learners in the State of Hawaiʻi and on the U.S. continent. You still must meet residency, GPA, and major rules on the live application.

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