For nearly 180 years, Punahou School has educated students to become the next generation of leaders and innovators. Learn about our rich history, visionary leadership and guiding principles.
Through world-class academic and co-curricular programs, we encourage students to cultivate their interests and talents, aim for their highest potential and become positive forces in the world.
Aid is awarded by the Financial Aid Committee and is granted to students who have a demonstrated financial need.
Aid is granted for a period of one year, based on current information; changes in a family's situation may change the amount awarded from year to year.
Affording a Punahou Education
Financial assistance is available to both new and continuing students who are U.S. citizens. International students may apply for aid, however, there are limited funds for this purpose.
The Financial Aid Committee reserves the right to provide aid as it sees fit within the existing resources after all applications are reviewed.
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887 Students
receiving financial aid
$10.1 Million
Financial Aid Awarded for the 2021 – 2022 school year
90%
of applicants awarded
$11,360
Average awarded per student
How to Apply
The Punahou School Financial Aid Application will be available September 1, 2021.
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Step 1: Download the Financial Aid Packet
The application packet includes the Punahou Financial Aid Supplemental Information Form, applicant checklist, important dates, FAQs, policies and instructions for completing the application process.
Step 2: Complete the Parents’ Financial Statement Through SSS
Punahou School uses School and Student Services (SSS) to help determine eligibility. The Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS) is available online. Families must submit the completed PFS by February 15, 2022.
Step 3: Submit Required Documents
Follow the instructions in the Financial Aid Packet. Fill out the Punahou Financial Aid Supplemental Information Form, then upload all required documents to SSS or mail them in by February 15, 2022 to the Punahou School Financial Aid Office.
The Punahou School Financial Aid application packet for the 2022 – 2023 school year is now available online. School and Student Services (SSS) is also now available. Click here to view and download the application packet.
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Admissions and Financial Aid Application Deadlines