The US South Pacific Scholarship Program offers merit-based scholarships for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree studies at the University of Hawai‘i. It supports fields directly relevant to Pacific island development needs and includes mentoring, possible summer internships, host family participation, and volunteer service. Eligible candidates are from specified Pacific island countries and must meet academic and visa requirements. Preference is given to those without recent extensive US or overseas study experience.
Applicants must be from specified Pacific island countries and meet academic criteria for Bachelor’s or Master’s programs. US citizens, permanent residents, and dual citizens with US citizenship are ineligible. Recipients must qualify for a J-1 visa.
