Expands eligibility for scholarships under the Hawaii community college promise program to all qualified students.

This bill expands access to higher education for qualified Hawaii residents by increasing eligibility for scholarships under the Hawaii community college promise program to all qualified students. It appropriates funds to finance this expansion. To qualify, students must be Hawaii residents, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, be enrolled in a degree or certificate program, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and have unmet direct cost needs. Scholarships will be awarded based on available funds and greatest need.

Expands eligibility for scholarships under the Hawaii community college promise program to all qualified students.

This bill expands access to higher education for qualified Hawaii residents by increasing eligibility for scholarships under the Hawaii community college promise program to all qualified students. It appropriates funds to finance this expansion. To qualify, students must be Hawaii residents, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, be enrolled in a degree or certificate program, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and have unmet direct cost needs. Scholarships will be awarded based on available funds and greatest need.