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March 2027: Unit nomination/internal submission deadline for Honolulu ARCS Scholar Awards (projected)

Typically supports a dozen or more doctoral students annually; award amounts and number of awards vary by year; funds are unrestricted.

Supports doctoral students at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa in select disciplines with flexible funding to advance their research.

--- ## Description The Honolulu ARCS Scholar Awards, offered by the Honolulu Chapter of the ARCS Foundation, provide annual unrestricted funding to full-time doctoral students at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. The awards are intended to support research advancement in designated disciplines, with the number of awards and supported fields determined each year by the chapter board and allocation committee. Major donors may sometimes specify preferred disciplines. Recipients are selected by the university’s Graduate Division and relevant academic units, often via an internal nomination process that may require an application or presentation, depending on the unit. Award funds may be used for any scholarly purpose, including research expenses, equipment, travel, or living and educational costs. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027: Unit nomination/internal submission deadline for Honolulu ARCS Scholar Awards (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The chapter typically supports a dozen or more doctoral students annually. - Award amounts and the number of awards vary year to year. - Funds are unrestricted and may be used for research, equipment, travel, or living and educational expenses. --- ## Eligibility - Must be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident. - Must be a full-time doctoral student in good standing at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. - Must plan to continue academic or research activity in the coming year. - Must agree to allow UH and ARCS to publish biographical information and photos. - Must agree to notify the chapter about academic or professional achievements. - Supported disciplines are determined annually and may vary. --- ## Application Process - The process is coordinated internally by the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa’s Graduate Division and relevant academic units. - Selection is typically via nomination by the academic unit, which may require an application or presentation (varies by department). - Major donors may designate preferred fields within the approved disciplines. - For precise requirements, consult your academic unit or the Graduate Division. --- ## Additional Information - Awards are unrestricted and do not qualify as scholarships for tax purposes. - The number of awards and supported fields may change each year. - Check with your department for internal deadlines and nomination procedures. --- ## External Links - [ARCS Foundation National Homepage](https://www.arcsfoundation.org/national-homepage) - [Honolulu Chapter Scholar Selection Process](https://honolulu.arcsfoundation.org/scholars/scholar-selection-process?utm_source=chatgpt.com) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |----------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | ARCS Foundation, Honolulu Chapter | [arcshonolulu@gmail.com](mailto:arcshonolulu@gmail.com?subject=Scholar%20Awards) |

Honolulu ARCS Scholar Awards

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