How to Apply
STEP 1: Schedule a Virtual Brief with the Admissions Office:
- By Online Form: Orientation Sign up
- By Phone:
- Oahu & Kauai: 808-294-8422
- Maui & Moloka’i: 808-430-4228
- Email: admissions.yca.oahu@hawaii.gov
STEP 2: Attend your scheduled Virtual Brief
Meeting will be held on Microsoft Teams.
Link will be emailed after confirmation.
STEP 3: Submit Applicant Documents
- Completed Application (PDF fillable)
- Admissions Packet (PDF fillable)
- Medical Forms
- Mentor Application (PDF fillable)
- Family Tree Online Form
- Government Issued ID (State ID, Driver’s License, Military ID, or Passport)
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- I-94 Card, Permanent Resident card or equivalent for Non-US Citizens
- Medical Insurance Card
Completed documents can be submitted by:
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- ONLINE: ATTACH FILES HERE
- EMAIL: admissions.yca.oahu@hawaii.gov
- FAX: 808-673-7538
- MAIL: PO Box 75348 Kapolei, HI 96707
- OR IN PERSON
PROCEED TO PHASE 1
PHASE 1: Meet & Greet (Date will be given to you at Virtual Brief)
- In-Person Orientation by Islands
- Applicant Interviews
- Parent Briefings
PHASE 2: Attend Endurance Events
Uniform:
- Plain White T-Shirt
- Plain Black Athletic Shorts
- Running Shoes
- Bottle of Water
- NO Jewelry
Dates:
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- 11/22/2024
- 12/27/2024
PHASE 3: Selection Process
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- Review Board
- Acceptance Letter (All potential candidates will be notified of acceptance and invited to the Scholarship Award Ceremony)
PHASE 4: Attend Scholarship Award Ceremony & Final Endurance by INVITE ONLY
- Uniform:
- Plain White T-Shirt
- Plain Black Athletic Shorts
- Running Shoes
- Bottle of Water
- NO Jewelry
Outer Islands will tune in virtually.
Link to Academy overview video: https://www.facebook.com/youthchallengeoahu/videos/vb.816433471726116/823982604304536/?type=2&theater