Lewis Ohana Scholarship
Today, many students from diverse backgrounds often lack access to the same educational opportunities as their peers. The rising costs of college education are a significant barrier; as tuition fees continue to escalate, countless students find themselves compelled to take out substantial loans to finance their schooling. Unfortunately, this financial burden can leave graduates grappling with crippling debt that can last for decades, making it challenging to embark on their careers and achieve financial stability.
The growing student loan crisis has created an environment where some individuals feel discouraged from pursuing higher education altogether. There is a sense of uncertainty around the return on investment of a college degree, leading many to question whether the sacrifices required for education are worth the potential long-term consequences of debt. This scholarship has been created to provide valuable support and resources to students who aspire to pursue advanced education despite these challenges.
This scholarship is open to all high school seniors in Virginia, with a particular emphasis on applicants who reside in the Hampton Roads area. Our goal is to empower students from diverse backgrounds to realize their dreams and further their education without the heavy burden of financial constraints holding them back. Today, many students from diverse backgrounds often lack access to the same educational opportunities as their peers. The rising costs of college education are a significant barrier; as tuition fees continue to escalate, countless students find themselves compelled to take out substantial loans to finance their schooling. Unfortunately, this financial burden can leave graduates grappling with crippling debt that can last for decades, making it challenging to embark on their careers and achieve financial stability.
The growing student loan crisis has created an environment where some individuals feel discouraged from pursuing higher education altogether. There is a sense of uncertainty around the return on investment of a college degree, leading many to question whether the sacrifices required for education are worth the potential long-term consequences of debt. This scholarship has been created to provide valuable support and resources to students who aspire to pursue advanced education despite these challenges.
This scholarship is open to any high school seniors and freshman undergraduates in Virginia, with a particular emphasis on applicants who reside in the Hampton Roads area. Our goal is to empower students from diverse backgrounds to realize their dreams and further their education without the heavy burden of financial constraints holding them back.
To apply for this scholarship, we ask you to provide a thoughtful response to the prompts.
1. How would receiving this scholarship help you achieve your educational goals? Describe specific programs or courses you wish to pursue and how this financial support would ease your journey toward those goals.
2. What adversities have you faced in your life? Share personal experiences or challenges that have shaped your educational aspirations and impacted your ability to pursue higher education.
3. Where do you envision yourself in five years? Outline your career aspirations, potential contributions to your community, and any goals you have for personal and professional development.
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The application deadline is Nov 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on Dec 1, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Dec 1, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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