Financing College Workshop
Date: Thursday, April 17, 2008 
Time:  6:00 – 7:00pm
Where:   Scudder Dining Hall.

There will be an informational session for all 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th grade parents on learning about financial strategies and affording college as your son/daughter starts the college search process in a few months or in a couple of years.

Valerie Schmidt, a Financial Planner for Ameriprise specializing in Educational Planning and an active MPI alum, will be conducting the workshop.  This session will review typical and new ways people save for college, explain the financial aid process and to learn how to review your overall assets.  We recommend all parents to come and get correct information as early as possible, especially if this is your first child going off to college.  Please RSVP to Lei Haas or by calling Pauline at 973-5000 to ensure adequate handout materials.


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Please contact Mrs. McKay-Hines for assistance with the scholarship application process.  Do not wait until the deadline nears to begin work on an application.  Remember, "Beat the deadline, don't meet the deadline!"  Give at least one month's notice when requesting transcripts and recommendations.  Also, be aware if the deadline is "received by" or "postmarked" by and plan accordingly.

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is available online now at www.FAFSA.ed.gov.  Many scholarships will require a completed FAFSA and a copy of your SAR (Student Aid Report) in order to apply so it is recommended that all students apply for the FAFSA.

February 22, 2008 Update

FAFSA:  A reminder to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible in order to be eligible for federal aid, as well as financial aid from colleges/universities.  Many scholarships also require a completed FAFSA as well, so don't delay!

University of Hawaii Scholarships:  Deadline - March 31, 2008.  Visit www.hawaii.edu/admissions/aid.html  for a listing of available UH scholarships and application information.

Oahu Filipino Community Council, 10 Outstanding Pilipino Students:  Deadline - received by April 16, 2008.  Applicants must be of Filipinio ancestry, and residents of Oahu.  Selection is based on academic record, extra-curricular involvement, recommendations, and an essay.  Application available in the College Center.

Chinese Catholic Club of Honolulu:  Deadline - June 1, 2008.  Applicants must be residents of Hawaii, be of part Chinese ancestry with a Chines surname, have a minimum gps of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need. Appliation available in the College Center.

Organization of Chinese Americans:  Deadline - April 18, 2008.  Visit www.ocanational.org for more information.

February 2008 Update

Oahu One Credit Union:  Deadline - postmarked by April 4,2008.  Mid-Pacific Institute seniors are eligible to apply for this scholarship.  Applicants do not have to be members of the Oahu One Credit Union to be eligible.  Academic achievement, citizenship and character, as well as involvement in school and community activities will be considered in the selection process.  Applications are available in the College Center.

University of Hawaii Information and Computer Sciences Depart Fred and Annie Chan Tuition Scholarship:  Deadline March 22, 2008.  Applicants must be high school seniors planning on enrolling in the Computer science program at UH-Manoa.  Applications available in the College Center.

The Associated Chinese University Women, Inc. Scholarship:  Deadline - postmarked by March 14, 2008.  Students of Chinese ancestry who are US citizens or residents of Hawaii are eligible to apply.  Selection is based on academic achievement, character, and school/community service, and financial need.  Applications available in the College Center.

Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii Foundation:  received by March 31, 2008.  Applicants must be Hawaii residents with a cgpa of at least 3.5.  Selection is based on activities, awards and honors and a one page essay.  Applications available in the college center.

Ulupono Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association:  Deadline is March 26, 2008.  Applicants must be residents with exemplary academic records and active involvement in school/community activities.  Applications are available in the College Center.

Lumana'i Awards:  Deadline:  postmarked by March 14, 2008.  This award program recognizes students of Samoan ancestry who excel in service, leadership and academics.  MPI seniors of Samoan ancestry are encouraged to see Mrs. McKay-Hines to discuss the application process.

Hawaii Education Association:  received by April 1, 2008.  Eligible applicants must be high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of HEA members.  Selection is based on academic achievement, a personal statement, and financial need.  Applications are available in the College Center.

January 2008 Update

Ke Ali'i Pauahi Foundation Scholarships (KAPF):  Scholarships for students of Hawaiian ancestry are available through KAPF.  Information on the various scholarships is available at www.Pauahi.org.  Applicants must have completed the FAFSA in order to apply.

HMSA Kaimana Awards:  Deadline – February 29, 2008.  Winners will be selected based on athletic and academic achievement, community involvement, sportsmanship, and letters of recommendation, and must have a minimum 2.75 GPA and played on at least one school athletic team during at least one of their high school years.  Special consideration will be given to student athletes in lower-profile sports.

Hawaii Community Foundation is now accepting applications for a wide range of scholarships.  All applications and supporting materials must be postmarked by March 1, 2008.  For details on the many scholarships available go to: www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org.

University of Hawaii at Manoa Regent’s Scholarship:  These scholarships recognize academic distinction (minimum 3.5 GPA, SAT 1950/ACT 29)combined with co-curricular and community service accomplishments.  Regents Scholars receive a full tuition scholarship plus a stipend of $2000 each semester for eight consecutive semesters, and a one-time travel grant of $2000.  Full details about eligibility requirements are available at the SEED website, along with instructions and application materials.  The address is www.hawaii.edu/diversity.  The application deadline is February 1, 2008 for awards in the coming academic year.

The David S. Ishii Foundation Scholarship:  Deadline – April 30, 2008.  Applicants must be an active member of the high school golf team and plan to attend college full-time in a 4-year degree program in the U.S. and must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.  Applications are available in the college center or at www.davidsishiifoundation.org.

The Takitani Foundation Scholarship:  Deadline – Tuesday, February 12, 2008 must be submitted to the MPI College Counseling Center.  2 letters of recommendation are required, as well as an official transcript, which must be requested one month in advance, so interested students must act quickly!    Qualified seniors must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, active involvement in school or community, and financial need.  Applications are available in the College Center.

The Honolulu Filipino Junior Chamber of Commerce:  Deadline – postmarked by January 30, 2008.  Criteria:  financial need, essay, transcript, minimum 2.5 GPA, interest in promoting the Filipino culture in Hawaii.  Applications are available in the College Center. 

The Fukunaga Scholarship Foundation:  Deadline – postmarked by March 1, 2008.  Qualified applicants must plan on pursuing a business related major, and have participated in school or community activities/service, demonstrating leadership and responsibility.  Applicants must be residents of Hawaii.  Financial need will be considered based on the FAFSA Student Aid Report.  Applications are available in the College Center.

Hawaii USA Federal Credit Union:  Deadline – postmarked February 26, 20080.  Applicants must have had their own account at Hawaii USA FCU for one year prior to the application deadline and have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, financial need, and school or community service.  Applications available in the College Center or at www.hawaiiusafcu.com/scholarship.html.

American Association of University Women:  Deadline – postmarked by March 1, 2008.  Applicants must be:  legal, female residents of Windward Oahu and planning on enrolling in 4 year college program.  Selection will be based on academic potential and financial need.   Applications are available in the College Center.

The Fred and Annie Chan Tuition Scholarship at the University of Hawaii at Manoa:  Deadline – postmarked by March 22, 2008.  Applicants must plan on majoring in Information and Computer Sciences.  This scholarship provides a tuition waiver for up to 2 semesters at UH.  Applications are available at www.ics.hawaii.edu/academics/undergraduate or in the College Center.

Hawaii Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance:  Deadline – postmarked by March 1, 2008.  This scholarship is available for those seniors interesting in pursuing a career in teaching health, PE, dance or recreation who have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA.  Applications are available at www.haperd.org or in the College Center.

The Dolphin Scholarship Foundation:  Deadline – March 15, 2008.  Eligible candidates must the child or stepchild of members or former members of the US Navy Submarine Force planning on attending a four year college.  Applications are available at www.dolphinscholarship.org.

AFCEA Hawaii Scholarship:  Deadline – received by May 9, 2008.  Applications are available at www.afceahi.org.

Kenneth O. Rewick Educational Aid Grant:  Deadline – postmarked by February 29, 2008.    Applicant for this $1,000 award must be a resident of Hawaii and have demonstrated scholarship, financial need, good character, community service and evidence of personal effort to supplement educational funds.  This award is made without regard to religious affiliation.  Applications available at www.centralunionchurch.org or in the College Center.

Hawaii Pacific University Spirit Scholarship and President’s Scholarship:  Deadline – February 1, 2008.  Scholarship applicants must have submitted their HPU applications prior to submitting a scholarship application.  Selection criteria for the President’s Scholarship is based on academic excellence and leadership, for the Spirit Scholarship active involvement in school and community activities is emphasized.

 

Sons and Daughters of the 100^th Infantry Battalion Legacy Scholarship ($3,000):  Deadline – postmarked by April 4, 2008.  The purpose of this scholarship is to perpetuate the 100^th Infantry Battalion and their motto of “Continuing Service.”  Academics, extracurricular activities and leadership, as well as character and integrity, and a commitment to perpetuating the legacy of the 100^th Infantry Battalion are considered in selection of the awardee.  Applications are available in the College Center.

 

FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising:  Deadline – April 30, 2008l.  Applicants must demonstrate an exceptional talent and interst in ashion nDesign, Visual Communications, Interior Design, Digital Media, Fashion Merchandising, or Graphic Design.  Winnters will receive a one year scholarship to attend FISDM.  For more information go to www.FIDM.edu.

November 2007 Scholarship Update

Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarships:  Deadline - January 15, 2008.  Awards will be made on the basis of an essay of fewer than 550 words, which describes the applicant's career, vocational, or academic goal toward which the scholarship is to provide aid.  For further information go to:  http://www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships. 

McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship:  Deadline - January 15, 2008  To be eligible, applicants must plan on graduating in the spring of 2008 and own and operate a genuine business and have at least one employee, even if only part time.  Apply online at: www.mckelveyfoundation.org and click on the Entrepreneurial scholarship section.

Hawaii Rotary Youth Foundation:  Deadline - January 31, 2008.  Eligible seniors must be US citizen and a legal resident of Hawaii who demonstrate academic achievement, community or school service, and leadership.  Applications are available in the College Center.

Scholarship Update - October, 2007

Remember, your CEEB code is: 120075.  You may need this for your applications.

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards – Deadline: October 31, 2008.  Applications available at www.prudential.com/spirit.  This scholarship is for students who have demonstrated great commitment to community service.

Coca-Cola Scholars -  Deadline: October 31, ,2007.  Applications available at www.coca-colascholars.org.  this award recognizes those who have shown excellence in academics, school leadership, and community service.

“Most Valuable Student” Elks Scholarship – Deadline: January 12, 2008  Applications available at: www.elks.org.  Awards are based on leadership, scholarship and financial need.

Burger King Scholars – Deadline: February 15, 2008.  Applications available at www.bk.com/scholars  Eligible students must be employed part-time, be active in community service, and have a minimum 2.5 gpa.

AXA Achievement Scholarship – Deadline: December 15, 2007.  Applications available at www.axa-achievement.com This scholarship is awarded to those who demonstrate excellence in academics, service, and leadership.

Sons and Daughters of the 100^th Infantry Battalion Legacy Scholarship – Applications available in the Damon Hall College Center.  This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student who has demonstrated excellence in academics, service and who will help perpetuate universal values which salute freedom, loyalty, patriotism, and trust.

Scholarship Posting - September, 2007
HMSA Kaimana Scholarship.  Deadline:  February 29, 2008.  this scholarship is for seniors with a minimum gpa of 2.75 who have played on at least one school athletic team in a league sanctioned sport during at least one of their high school years.  Special consideration will be given to those in lower-profile sports.  Applications are available in the Damon Hall College Center or at www.sportshigh.com or at www.hmsa.com.

Hawaii Pacific University:  Spirit Scholarship Program - Deadline February 1, 2008.  This scholarship offers 50% tuition to students graduating from Hawaii high schools who become members of the HPU Spirit Club.  It is intended to reward students who have been active in extra-curricular activities and who wish to continue this active participation while in college.   Applicants must have a 2.75 or higher GPA and submit an essay and official transcript.  Applications are available in the Damon Hall College Center.

Hawaii Pacific University:  President Scholarship Program - Deadline February 1, 2008.  This program offers 50-100% tuition scholarships, renewable for 3 additional years.  Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better and a combined reading and math SAT score of 1100 or higher or an ACT score of 24 or higher.  Leadership and involvement in school/community activities will also be considered.  Applications are available in the Damon Hall College Center.

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