The 2025 U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program offers a unique opportunity for students from Pacific Island nations to pursue higher education at the University of Hawaii. This competitive, merit-based scholarship supports undergraduate and graduate programs in key areas such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), business, environmental studies, and public health, which are critical to meeting the development needs of the region.

The 2025 US South Pacific Scholarship Program offers full funding covering tuition, living expenses, travel costs, and more. This scholarship aims to promote mutual understanding between the United States and the Pacific region while contributing to sustainable development in key sectors and empowering students to become leaders in their fields.

As part of the scholarship, recipients benefit from a mentoring component, potential summer internships, access to host family programs, and volunteer service opportunities. The program is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience that enhances academic knowledge and cross-cultural understanding and prepares students for future leadership roles in their home countries.

Details of the American South Pacific Scholarship Program 2025:

• Host country : United States
• Host University : University of Hawaii
• Funded by : US Department of State (Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
• Study level : Bachelor's and Master's
• Eligibility : International Students

Benefits of the US South Pacific Scholarship Program 2025:

• Tuition Fee Coverage
• Travel costs
• Cost of living and housing
• Mentoring and training opportunities for professional development.
• Participate in host family programs and volunteer service for cultural exchange.

List of eligible countries:

• Cook Islands
• Fiji
• Kiribati
• Nauru
• New York
• Papua New Guinea
• Samoa
• Solomon Islands
• Tonga
• Tuvalu
• Vanuatu

Eligibility Criteria for the US South Pacific Scholarship Program 2025:

• Must have completed high school (e.g., 6th grade or 12th grade) for applicants for a bachelor's degree.
• Applicants for a Master's degree must have completed a three-year Bachelor's degree.
• Preference will be given to candidates with limited prior U.S. or international study experience.
• Not eligible for dual U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.
• You must meet the requirements of the Exchange Visitor Program (J-1 visa).

Selection criteria:

• Academic Excellence
• Importance to Pacific Island Development
• Limited exposure to the United States
• Commitment to the homeland
• Diversity and representation

Delivery date:

The application deadline for the 2025 South Pacific American Scholarship Program is January 15, 2025.

How to Apply for the US South Pacific Scholarship Program 2025?

• Check Eligibility: Make sure you meet the eligibility criteria for a bachelor's or master's scholarship.
• Prepare required documents: Gather all necessary documents, such as academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal data, proof of citizenship, and English language proficiency scores (if required).
• Complete the application form: Fill out the official application form, available on the official scholarship website or through the East-West Centre.
• Submitting the application : Submit the completed application with all required documents before the specified deadline.