Qualifications and Requirements
Junior Achievement of Hawai’i Island’s (JAHI) General Scholarship Program recognizes and encourages the academic achievements of graduating high school seniors. The scholarship fund is derived primarily from donations from local business organizations, and individuals.
JAHI is pleased to offer 3 scholarships to qualified applicants as follows:
- 1st Place: $2,000.00
- 2nd Place: $1,200.00
- 3rd Place: $800.00
Scholarship eligibility:
- Must be a Big Island high school senior who will graduate in the current school year.
- Must have participated in Junior Achievement in elementary, middle, high school and/or company program.
- Must be enrolled at an accredited college, or university. Proof of enrollment/class registration will be required prior to the disbursement of the scholarship.
- Must exemplify academic achievement, excellent extracurricular, and community activities, leadership skills, and college and career potential.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025-2026 academic year and must be submitted with a parent/legal guardian’s signature, along with the following supporting documents:
- Personal Statement
- Resume
- Current transcript – unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
- Two (2) letters of recommendation – one (1) from a school official–principal, teacher, counselor, advisor–and one (1) from a coach, community leader or employer.
- JA Photo Release
Completed packet including the application, and all supporting documents listed above must be received via mail no later than Monday, March 31, 2025 by Laura Robinson, District Manager:
Junior Achievement of Hawai’i Island
PO Box 5205
Hilo, HI 96720
Scholarship recipients will be notified by the Junior Achievement of Hawai’i Island District Manager or Board President.
Questions regarding the General Scholarship Program may be directed to Junior Achievement of Hawai’i Island at jahilo@jahawaii.org, or by calling (808) 292-0570.
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Click links below to download both scholarship application and photo release form.