• 2027 Korea Study Tour - Family Scholarship Form

  • In June 2027, the Pacific & Asian Affairs Council (PAAC) continues its travel to the Asia-Pacific with an exciting summer study tour to the Republic of Korea (South Korea).

    All current 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders (2026-2027 SY) from Hawai‘i's public, charter, private, and independent schools are invited to apply. This unique program offers immersion in the rich history, politics and culture of South Korea, while students also learn about global issues, strengthen skills, and build a strong sense of community.

    In-Person Dates:

    • Orientation (O'ahu): June 8-10, 2027
    • International Trip (South Korea): June 16-30, 2027

    Program Dates (Pre & Post Trip): 

    Participation in this program requires attendance on *ALL* program dates. PAAC will work with students outside of O'ahu to arrange transport and lodging during the in-person pre-trip orientation.

    • April 8, 2027: Virtual Student and Parent/Guardian Welcome Meeting
    • April–May 2027: Virtual Asynchronous Assignments on Korean History, Language & Culture (completed independently)
    • May 6 and 18, 2027: Virtual Student Workshops
    • June 8–10, 2027: In-Person Orientation
    • June 14, 2027: Virtual E-Travel Meeting
    • June 16–30, 2027: Freeman Korea Summer Study Tour
    • September or October 2027 (TBD): Final Group Presentation to Freeman Foundation (in person on Oʻahu, with virtual participation available for neighbor island students)
    • By December 31, 2027: Presentation to School or Community

     

    Program Cost & Financial Aid:

    • Estimated Program Cost: $4600 - $4850
    • Required Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required upon acceptance to secure a student's place. This deposit cannot be covered by scholarship funds.
    • Financial Aid: Thanks to the generous support of the Freeman Foundation, participants are eligible to receive need or merit-based scholarships to help cover some of the trip's costs.

    Financial need should not discourage eligible students from applying. PAAC will do its best to work with families to make participation possible.

    In previous years, PAAC has provided scholarships covering 25%–90% of Study Tour program fees, depending on financial need and available funding.

    To be eligible for this scholarship, parents/legal guardians must complete the Financial Information section of this form in its entirety.
     

    Important Information Regarding This Parent Form

    This form should be completed by PARENTS/LEGAL GUARDIANS, not by students.

    This form serves two critical purposes:

    1) To obtain essential contact information for parents/guardians of student applicants.
    2) To collect family financial information for student applicants seeking scholarship consideration.
     

    How to Complete This Form

    • Read through the entire form before getting started.
    • Prepare your answers in advance. You may not be able to save your work and return to finish the application later.
       

    Parent Form Deadline
    Monday, January 11, 2027, at 11:59 PM HST (This is the same deadline as the student application).
     

    Learn more about the Study Tour here: www.paachawaii.org/study-tours-abroad

    Questions? Contact Carol Li, Study Tours Director:

    Email: paac@paachawaii.org
    Phone: (808) 944-7784

     

  • SECTION 1: BASIC INFORMATION

  • Student Current Grade Level (2026-2027 School Year)*
  • Does your student currently have a passport that will be valid to at least January 2028?*
  • Does your student have any commitments in April 2027 - October 2027 that may prevent them from being available during all program dates listed at the beginning of this form?*

  • SECTION 2: PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

    Please include contact information for at least one parent/legal guardian.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • With whom does the student applicant live?*
  • Would you like your student to be considered for a scholarship to help cover the costs of the trip which are estimated to be $4600-$4850?*

  • SECTION 3: SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION

    If you would like to be considered for a scholarship, please complete this section.

  • What is your household adjusted gross income (AGI) for the most recent fiscal year? Please see FAFSA guidance for what to include (graphic below).

    1) If the student's parents are married, report the combined AGI for both parents.

    2) If the student's parents are not married, but live together, report the combined AGI for both parents.

    3) If the student's parents are not married, and do not live together, report the AGI for the one parent who (a) the student lived with more over the past 12 months or (b) provided more financial support over the past 12 months. If this parent has remarried, report the combined AGI for the parent and stepparent.

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  • Is the student enrolled in a free or reduced-cost lunch program at school?*

  • SECTION 4: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

  • Would you be comfortable with your child swimming in a pool at a hotel (if available) during free time if a lifeguard is present?*
  • Would you like to receive the latest updates about our global education programs by joining our mailing list?*
  • Signature Date
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    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
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