Hawaiian Financial Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program

Scholarship Sponsored by Hawaiian Financial Federal Credit Union

For the second year in a row, HIFICU is lending a hand to Hawaii's students who are pursuing their higher education goals. We are happy to announce the return of the Hawaiian Financial Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program. We are offering twenty (20) $2,000.00 scholarships. The scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors or college students looking to further their education at any two- or four-year accredited college or university in the United States.

Eligibility Requirements

A) Applicant must either be a member or a legal dependent of a member whose HIFICU account is in good standing* for at least 3 consecutive months prior to the application deadline.

B) Applicant must be a US Citizen or a permanent resident.

C) Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Winner Selection Criteria

The scholarship committee will score applicants based on the following criteria:

A) ACADEMIC - Based on applicant's certified transcripts

B) LEADERSHIP - Based on leadership and/or school/employment activities, honors and awards and other experiences.

C) SCHOOL/COMMUNITY SERVICE - Based on the quality and impact of service to their school and/or communities.

D) RECOMMENDATION - Based on letters of recommendation.

E) MERIT - Based on applicant's essay.