Study Abroad
Applications Open: December 1, 2024
For more information about 2024-25 programs:
Contact: Judy Oliveira or Clara Bantolina atuhccintl@hawaii.edu
Scholarships and International Programs
Opportunities
The University of Hawai'i Community Colleges offers varied study abroad opportunities for community college students only, from a 9–day study tour in Japan to a 3-year program at a Japanese Senshu-gakko (professional training school). Many of these programs are partially- or fully-funded!
The value of studying abroad is life-changing. In addition to making new friends and lasting memories, studying abroad can help you gain foreign language skills and cross-cultural competence, and demonstrate initiative and adaptability, giving you a career advantage!
Below is a list of current international scholarships and programs opportunities. All eligible UH Community College students are encouraged to apply.
HAKUOH UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL STUDY TOUR
Dates TBD
Learn Japanese culture and language
Spend 9 days in Oyama City, Tochigi Prefecture. Summer program will provide students the opportunity to learn Japanese culture and language, to make new friends, visit historical sites, and experience a visit with a Host family.
HONDA STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP
Study anywhere in world (UH or any study abroad/exchange program)!
Scholarship provides funding support to study overseas while incorporating an international educational experience into their academic program of study.
Awards range from $4,000 - $8,000. Additional funds are available to meet program costs, term of study and location.
STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM
No international tuition while you are away!
Study one semester or one year; pay UHCC full-time 12-credits tuition (no international tuition) while you are away. Eligible for $3,000 for one semester or $6,000 for two semesters. Indicate first & second choice on your application.
Aichi University Aichi, Japan
Hakuoh University Tochigi, Japan
Hirosaki University Hirosaki, Japan
Jinwen University Taipei, Taiwan
North Island College Vancouver, Canada
Otemon Gakuin University Osaka, Japan
University of Niigata Prefecture Niigata, Japan
University of Ryukyus Okinawa, Japan
Yamagata University Yamagata, Japan
MONBUKAGAKUSHO SCHOLARSHIP
April 2024-March 2027
Three years at a selected Senshu-gakko (specialized training school)
The Monbukagakusho (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science & Technology) in Japan offers a unique scholarship opportunity for students who wish to study at a Japanese senshu-gakko (specialized training college) for three years. One year of intensive Japanese language study followed by two years of professional education and training in a chosen field. Tuition, housing and airfare are covered and awardees are provided a monthly stipend.
| Eligibility | Honda Scholarship | Hakuoh Study Tour | Monbukagakusho (April 2024) |
Student Exchange Program (Aichi, Hakuoh, Hirosaki, Jinwen, Niigata, North Island, Otemon, Ryukyus, Yamagata) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHCC Student | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hawai‘i Resident | Yes | Yes | N/A | Yes |
| U.S. Citizen | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HS Diploma/GED | N/A | N/A | Yes | N/A |
| Enrollment Credits | 6+ | 12 | N/A | 12 |
| Minimum Cumulative GPA | 3.5 | 2.5 | N/A | 3.0 |
| UHCC Semester Completed | 1 | 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Age Requirement | N/A | 18+ | Born on/after 4/2/99 | N/A |
| Language Requirement | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 years for Aichi and Hakuoh programs |