Fellows mentioned in this story: Erika Lacro

From University of Hawai‘i News:

Higher education is now more accessible and affordable for all prospective and current University of Hawaiʻi Community College students.

UH and the State of Hawaiʻi have committed $5.5 million this year for the Hawaiʻi Promise Scholarship, the most ever. Enrolled students who are Hawaiʻi residents are eligible for consideration.

The funds will help to cover direct education costs not met by other forms of financial aid, including tuition, fees and an allowance for books and supplies.

“The Hawaiʻi Promise scholarship has allowed me to work towards completing my degree at a part-time status so I can still work full-time without the burden of extra tuition and book costs,” said Kapiʻolani CC student Alena Fontaine.

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