Admissions

Kamehameha Partnership

Ho'oulu I Ke Ola O Na Pua
"to enrich the lives of children"

The Hoʻoulu I Ke Ola O Nā Pua scholarship is a collaboration between Kamehameha Schools and Island School to assist Native Hawaiian students to have the opportunity to attend Island School and earn a college-preparatory education. This partnership also includes wrap-around services, which offers even more ways to support Native Hawaiian families to afford an Island School education.

Common Questions: Kamehameha Partnership

List of 3 frequently asked questions.

Q: Can we apply for both the Ho'oulu scholarship and Island School financial aid?

Yes. Completing the Island School FACTS application allows you to apply for both forms of financial assistance.
Q: Where can I get help with the application process?

You are welcome to call Island School’s admissions office or visit the Kamehameha Schools Kaiaulu Resource Center on Kaua'i.
Q: I heard there are some changes in the partnership for the 2025-26 school year. Can you explain those changes?

Kamehameha Schools recently made changes to their partnership agreement with Island School and all other independent schools in the Kaiaulu Program. Through the transition of this partnership, the Ho'oulu scholarship will only be available to current Island School students who are already enrolled and receiving assistance from KS. New applicants are only eligible to apply for Island School’s financial aid. New applicants of Native Hawaiian heritage who are applying to enter 6th or 9th Grades may also apply for the Kipono Scholarship directly from Kamehameha Schools here.

List of 4 frequently asked questions.

Q: Is there a cost to apply?

Yes. There is a one-time fee of $65 to apply to Island School for admission consideration, as well as a yearly fee of $35 to apply for financial assistance through the FACTS website.
Q: Do I have to apply for financial aid every year?

Yes. Financial aid applications need to be completed on a yearly basis.
Q: How are awards and other support determined?

Awards are need-based and focus on the financial profile of the 'ohana.
Q: What are wrap-around services?

These services offer additional support to 'ohana for fees outside of tuition, such as lunch, uniforms, bus service, etc.