FUNDING LIST COMPILED -- 2015
Title – Graduate Science Programs (NOAA)
a. Description – Provides training in meterology, hydrology, cartography, ecology, marine biology, etc. [this description could be more complete]
b. Eligibility – Must attend an accredited graduate school and submit a faculty letter of recommendation.
c. Due dates – January 31st, yearly
d. Amount & nature – Cover tuition, lab fees, books, and housing for the time spent at NOAA research facility.
e. Url – http://www.epp.noaa.gov/gsp_faqs_page.html#application_process
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Title – Hau’oli Mau Loa Foundation
a. Description – Hau‘oli Mau Loa Foundation received its full bequest from the benefactor, through an estate plan, in 2007. In early 2008, when the Foundation hired its first staff, the Foundation began a process of developing program and grantmaking strategies that are consistent with the broad vision of the Foundation’s benefactor.
The board and senior staff conducted a series of discussions with non-profit leaders in and outside Hawai‘i, including those who run agencies, work in academia, set policy or provide funding. A common message heard was that the Foundation needs to focus its resources to have a greater impact. Combining what was learned from these discussions with an internal assessment of the Foundation’s earlier work has resulted in the confirmation of five grantmaking strategies: Environment, First Generation Partners, Hope for Kids, Housing Projects andHumanitarian Relief.
Grantmaking Strategies:
§ Environment ~ the Foundation’s mission includes promoting stewardship, preservation and protection of the natural environment. We are making grants in this field in both Hawai‘i and internationally.
b. Eligibility – The overall goal of the Hau‘oli Mau Loa graduate assistantships is to develop the next generation of natural resource management leaders in Hawai‘i. The following eligibility criteria apply: (i) good academic standing (minimum GPA of 3.0 prior to and throughout the assistantship); (ii) from Hawai‘i, as evidenced by graduating from a Hawai‘i high school; (iii) pursuing a M.S. Plan B degree in NREM; (iv) track record of supporting Hawai‘i’s environment (e.g., internships, volunteer opportunities, etc.) and serving in a leadership capacity (academic, athletic, extracurricular, and/or professional); and (v) commitment to pursuing and attaining a long-term career in natural resource management in Hawai‘i.
c. Due date(s) – February 1 before the Fall Semester
d. Amount & nature – Each assistantship comes with generous support for two years (2nd year pending satisfactory academic performance), including a Graduate Assistantship salary ($20,472/year plus fringe benefits), a full tuition remission, and $5,000 in professional development funds (books, fees, travel to local and national conferences, supplies, etc.)
e. Url – http://hauolimauloa.org/grantseekers/guidelines/
Title – 'Imi Na'auao Scholarship
a. Description – Merit based scholarship available to students pursuing a graduate degree.
b. Eligibility – 1) Hawaii resident 2) Mininum GPA of 3.0 3) Conferred/anticipated a bachelor's degree by Spring of the year applied for. 4) Full time student 5) Received the scholarship for less than two years 6) Classified, degree-seeking student
c. Due date(s) – March 9, 2015
d. Amount & nature – The amount of the scholarship award varies each year depending on the availability of Kamehameha Schools (KS) funds
e. Url – https://apps.ksbe.edu/financialaid/post-high/iminaauao/#Imi_getprepared
Title – Na Ho'okama a Pauahi Scholarship
a. Description – The Nā Hoʻokama a Pauahi Program (NHAP) is a need-based scholarship available to students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited post-high institution in the United States recognized by Kamehameha Schools (KS). Last year, KS was able to award approximately $12 million in scholarships to over 2,200 students.
b. Eligibility – 1) Hawaii resident 2) Full-time student 3) Classified, degree-seeking student 4) Demonstration of financial need 5) Meet the maximum funding guidelines
c. Due date(s) – not listed
d. Amount & nature – Maximum award amount is $8,000 and is determined by calculating cost of attendance minus the applicant's estimated family contribution.
e. Url – https://apps.ksbe.edu/financialaid/post-high/nahookama/
Title – Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program
a. Description – The Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program is awarded to students pursuing a degree in a science related field twice a year. A $1500 (or international currency equivalent) scholarship will be awarded to one student for the fall and spring semesters.
b. Eligibility –
· Applicants must have a major declared in a science related field.
· Open worldwide.
· Enrolled or accepted for enrollment (baccalaureate, graduate, associate degree, or diploma) with a declared major in a science related field.
c. Due date(s) –
· Deadline for this application is December 11, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. MST.
· Finalist will be notified by December 23, 2015.
d. Amount & nature – $1500 to one student for fall and spring semesters.
e. Url – http://www.novusbio.com/scholarship-program.html
Title – Tuition Won't Stop ME Scholarship Opportunity
a. Description – It's no secret that students are frustrated with the rising costs of getting an education. Study.com wants to help by offering you the chance to win our $1,000 scholarship to help manage your college costs with our new Tuition Won't Stop Me Scholarship. Find out how!
b. Eligibility – Entrants must be enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program and be at least 18 years old at the time of entry.
c. Due date(s) – From April 3 at 5 p.m. (Pacific) until August 3 at 5 p.m. (Pacific), you can sound off about all of the challenges of being a college student and win $1,000 to help pay for school!
d. Amount & nature – $1,000 total.
e. Url – http://study.com/articles/Tuition_Scholarship.html
Title – 'Krill Oil- Educate Your Heart' Scholarship
a. Description – Viva Labs Krill Oil is proud to support students in Canada and the United States that invest in higher education. While education can be invaluable, it is a costly investment.
b. Eligibility – Eligibility is for any student currently enrolled in the fall/spring school year of 2013/2014 at any college, university, trade or technical school within the United States or Canada. Students must maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent). Students must be 16 years or older at the time of enrollment. Must be a Canadian/American citizen or hold a valid student visa. Winning participants will be required to submit a photo for promotional purposes.
c. Due date(s) – Tuesday, December 31, 2015.
d. Amount & nature – $1,000 total
e. Url – http://krilloil.com/krill-oil-scholarship/
Title – Hawaii Community Foundation Scholarship
a. Description – The Hawaii Community Foundation recognizes the growing challenge of supporting students who are motivated to attain their degrees and achieve their career goals. HCF's scholarship program consists of over 190 different scholarship funds established by generous individuals, businesses, organizations, and private foundations. All of them are dedicated to making sure that educational opportunities are available to Hawaii students who need and deserve them. - See more at:
b. Eligibility – Be a resident of the State of Hawaii Demonstrate financial need Attend an accredited two or four year college or university within the United States as either an undergraduate or graduate student Be a full-time student as determined by your institution (generally,12 credits undergraduate; 9 credits graduate) Maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA (unless otherwise stated)
c. Due date(s) – The scholarship application period began December 1, 2014 and will end at 4pm on February 19, 2015. For more information about completing your online application please visit our Scholarships FAQs page.
d. Amount & nature – Most scholarship funds offer varying award amounts, which range from $500 to several thousand dollars, depending on the size of the particular fund, the number of qualified applicants and the directions given by the donor(s) of the funds. The average scholarship award in 2014 was $3,200. Please know that our application process is competitive and not all applicants will receive an award.
e. Url – http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholarships
Title –OHA Scholarships
a. Description – A higher education opens up a world of possibilities. OHA is committed to ensuring Native Hawaiians and their ‘ohana are aware of existing resources to assist them in pursuing their education and training goals. Each year OHA provides funding for scholarships through its Higher Education Scholarship Programs. In addition, OHA has created He Ipu Kāʻeo, a resource booklet created for Native Hawaiian students seeking post-secondary education; both college and career training programs. It includes information on scholarships, financial aid resources, and student support services.
b. Eligibility –
· Be of Hawaiian ancestry and be verified
· Be a Hawaiʻi resident or resident of the continental United States
• Demonstrate financial need
· Be enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited two or four-year college OR accredited vocational education training program, as an undergraduate or graduate student
· Demonstrate academic achievement of at least a 2.0 GPA (undergraduate) and 3.0 GPA (graduate)
· Remain in good academic standing
c. Due date(s) – Registration is currently closed, but could be useful to keep tabs on this for next year.
d. Amount & nature – not specified
e. Url – http://www.oha.org/scholarships
Title – ScholarshipPoints.com Scholarship
a. Description – Just like the beautiful flowers and scenic beaches that cover the islands of Hawaii, plentiful also are the scholarship award dollars available to students and residents of the Aloha State. Hawaii is full of culture and breathtaking landscapes, including Polynesian traditions, Hawaiian volcanoes, Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, and more. The charm of the islands also attracts students to universities, including University of Hawaii at Manoa, Hawaii Pacific University (HPU), and University of Hawaii at Hilo (UHH or UH Hilo). If you’re a student looking to attend a school in your home state of Hawaii, you could say "aloha" to some free college dollars. Check out this directory of scholarships for students in Hawaii, and apply online today! For even more scholarships, fill out a free Unigo profile to discover your personalized list of possible awards.
b. Eligibility – This scholarship drawing is open to legal residents of the United States.
c. Due date(s) – Wednesday, September 30, 2015
d. Amount & nature – The monthly scholarships are worth $1,000 each, and the quarterly scholarships are worth $10,000 each. All scholarships are offered annually and are non-renewable.
e. Url – https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/by-state/hawaii-scholarships/scholarshippoints-com-scholarship/1003162
Graduate Research Fellowship Program (National Science Foundation)
a. Description – This program awards graduate education fellowships for master's and doctoral
level candidates in environmentally related fields of study, including both traditionally recognized
environmental disciplines. The purpose of the fellowship program is to encourage promising students to
obtain advanced degrees and pursue careers in environmental fields.
b. Eligibility – pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in an environmentally related topic area at a
fully accredited U.S. college or university, 3 letters of recommendation
c. Due date(s) – October 26, 2015
d. Amount & nature –up to $84,000, maximum two years.
e. Url http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=6201
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Graduate Research Innovation (GRIN) (Department of the Interior/Bureau of Land Management)
a. Description – six federal wildland management and research agencies (U.S. Department of
Agriculture, Forest Service and five bureaus in the U.S. Department of the Interior: Bureau of Indian
Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, and the
Geological Survey) have partnered up to address problems associated with wildland fuels and
fire-impacted ecosystems. It is for current MS and PhD graduate students in the field of ecological
sciences/human dimensions that are related to wildland fire.
b. Eligibility – MS and PhD students, funds awarded through the university
c. Due date(s) – November 13, 2015 5:00 p.m. MST
d. Amount & nature –$292,800
e. Url http://www.firescience.gov/AFPs/16201/16201_FON_Announcement.pdf
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Laboratory Graduate Research Program
a. Description – Appointments are available for qualified U.S. university graduate students who wish
to carry out their thesis research at Argonne under the cosponsorship of an Argonne staff member and
a faculty member at the student’s home institution. The Argonne staff sponsor collaborates with a faculty
sponsor and informs them about the student’s progress, and he/she attends the thesis defense. Appointments are one year with annual renewals being contingent upon satisfactory performance by the appointee.
b. Eligibility – university graduate students who wish to carry out their thesis research at Argonne
National Laboratory under cosponsorship of an Argonne staff member and a faculty member, two
letters of recommendation required.
c. Due date(s) – open, no due date listed
d. Amount & nature – stipend (min $2000), tuition payment at the discretion of the division, and
certain travel expenses
e. Url http://www.anl.gov/education/graduates/laboratorygraduateresearchappointment
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Environmental Quality and Protection Resource Management
a. Description – financial assistance (grants or cooperative agreements) to reduce or remove
pollutants in the environment, for the protection of human health, water and air resources; to restore
damaged or degraded watersheds; and to respond to changing climate (partnership projects are limited
to public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management)
b. Eligibility – Anyone/General public.
c. Due date(s) – not listed must contact the headquarters or regional office for deadlines
d. Amount & nature – Cooperative Agreements (Discretionary Grants) for dissemination of technical
information and training, final budget approvals rest with the State Director.
e. Url https:// www.cfda.gov/?s=program&mode=form&tab=step1&id=7e70d44214e3a9fe0a2a9d7beb4e1266
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DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Program
a. Description – to prepare graduate students for science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
(STEM) careers critically important to the DOE Office of Science mission, by providing graduate thesis
research opportunities at DOE laboratories for 312 months.
b. Eligibility – graduate student, two Letters of Support
c. Due date(s) – December 15, 2015 at 5:00PM ET
d. Amount & nature – supplemental funds for graduate awardees to conduct part of their thesis
research at a host DOE laboratory in collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist.
e. Url http://science.energy.gov/wdts/scgsr/
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Conservation Workshop Grant/ Reforestation Grants
a. Description – support nongovernmental organizations, community groups, government
agencies, and educational institutions. These grants support training courses and workshops in WWF
priority ecoregions on topics of importance for local and regional conservation efforts, supports
communities in regaining ecological integrity and enhancing human well being in deforested or