College Events:
Honolulu Discover the U
Interested in applying for The University of Utah? On October 22, 2025 from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm at the Halekulani Hotel, the admission team will be hosting a preview event. Meet with staff and students to learn more about the university. For more information and to register, visit https://futureu.admissions.utah.edu/register/?id=3e835c3f-878f-4c58-be50-a3480c6dc9b4
College & University
State University New York (SUNY) Free App Weeks — Oct. 20 through Nov. 3
Save money by applying to up to five SUNY schools with no application fee from Oct. 20 – Nov. 3. You can apply with the ApplySUNY application or through the Common App — no special code needed. Recommend applying using the ApplySUNY app and not Common App (some campuses do not require an essay). To learn more and apply, visit suny.edu/apply.
University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Opportunities Program Application now open!
University of Hawaii at Manoa’s College of Opportunities Program (C.O.P) provides Hawaiʻi residents admission to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa through our summer and first-year experience. Through this entry-level freshman program, C.O.P provides an immersive and enriching summer and first-year residential college experience for Hawaiʻi residents. Those who complete the rigorous requirements of our summer program gain admission to UH Mānoa in the upcoming fall semester and seamlessly transition into our First-Year Academic Program. If interested in learning more about the program and applying, visit their website at https://hawaii.edu/cop/ Deadline to apply is January 15, 2026.
2026 University of California Application Walkthrough
Interested in applying to any of the University of California schools? The UC Office of Admissions created a step by step playlist for students to navigate them through the 2026 UC application. The video playlist is available here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-yx76EbPhMdXDAYQdQDRxMusVhfgW2Lu
Brigham Young University Application
Brigham Young University’s application is open! Students can start their applications by going to apply.byu.edu!
Scholarship and Financial Aid:
NATIVE HAWAIIAN SCHOLARSHIPS UPDATE!
Pauahi Foundation Scholarships - Application window: Sept. 15 to Nov. 30, 2025
The Pauahi Foundation has updated their scholarship application process and deadline. Those interested must complete the Pauahi Foundation application by November 30th, 2025 to be considered for multiple scholarship opportunities. Scholarships administered by the Pauahi Foundation each have their own unique criteria and requirements. It is recommended that you carefully review each scholarship to understand eligibility requirements. To find out more information and apply for scholarships, please visit - https://pauahi.org/postsecondary-scholarships
Windward Community College Scholarship ‘Aha Event
Attend an in-person Native Hawaiian Scholarship ‘Aha Series event at Windward Community College to hear from local Native Hawaiian scholarship organizations. This event will be on November 4, 2025 from 6:00 - 8:00pm. All are welcome to attend these free events! Please register as dinner will be provided for in-person dates. Register here.