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Perry & Sally Sorenson Scholarship Fund for Dependents of Hospitality Workers

Hawaii Community Foundation

In 2005, The Perry & Sally Sorenson Scholarship Fund for Dependents of Hospitality Workers was established to benefit undergraduate or graduates students who are dependents of employees of Outrigger Enterprises in Hawaii working in a hospitality industry position. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Undergraduate or Graduate student
  • Minimum GPA:
    2.70
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Attend as a full-time student
  • Residence:
    Resident of the State of Hawaii
  • College:
    Attend an accredited, two or four-year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories)
  • Employer:
    Dependent of an employee currently employed by Outrigger Enterprises in Hawaii working in a hospitality industry position.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    Personal Statement: Submit a 900-word Personal Statement, which includes your educational, career, and personal goals. You should also include other information that will demonstrate that you are a worthy scholarship recipient. Your personal statement should describe any outstanding attributes and talents.Your Personal Statement is not limited to answering the following questions, but they must be addressed:What are your reasons for attending college?Why did you choose your course of study?What career goals do you have?New section: There is now a required short essay on our common application. Applicants must answer the following question in a one-page (max. 600 words) statement: How do you plan to give back to Hawai'I?
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two letters of recommendation
  • Other Materials:
    2016-2017 Student Aid Report (SAR): Your 2016-2017 SAR will be available to you after your completed 2016-2017 FAFSA has been processed.

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