Gerrit R. Ludwig Scholarship Fund

Hawaii Community Foundation

This scholarship was established for the benefit of high school graduates from East Hawai'i (Honoka’a to Ka‘u). Dr. Gerrit Ludwig was an ophthalmologist in Hilo with a love for fine arts and classics. He set up this fund to support students studying in these fields. Preference is given to students pursuing a degree in Fine Arts and Classics.

Applicant must be a resident of the State of Hawai’i, demonstrate financial need, attend an accredited, four year, not-for-profit institution within the US (including US territories), attend as a full-time student (as determined by your school’s financial aid office), Undergraduate or Graduate student, graduate of an East Hawai’i public high school: Hilo, Honoka‘a, Ka‘u, Kea‘au, Laupahoehoe, Pahoa, Waiakea, Hawaii Academy of Arts & Science. Major in a degree in Fine Arts and Classics. Financial aid letter from your college required to verify final award amount. Minimum 2.5 GPA.