This page is intended to provide a general roadmap for students within the UH system trying to get funding for their ECE credentials (however even ECE students not enrolled in the UH system may benefit from some of the information shared here). The information may still seem disorganized and all over the place. This is because there is no singular, uniform system for funding an ECE degree! Hang in there, hopefully with a little help from this website, you will find all the funding you need to get your started with earning your ECE credentials.
It’s important to know what type of aid you are applying for so you understand your responsibilities in order to receive those funds, and do not end up with any unwanted debt.
Each college campus, even within the University of Hawaiʻi system, has its own Financial Aid Office. Most financial aid you will receive will be administered through your collegeʻs Financial Aid Office, so it’s important to get familiar with them.
No matter what school you go to, there are some general steps you should follow to guarantee your ability to receive funds. Follow these simple steps to get started.
Searching for funding that fits your needs does not have to take endless hours of time searching if you have the right strategies and tools. Just knowing a few tricks can help save you time and energy.