PAAC is excited to announce that applications for our 2025 Freeman Summer Study Tour to Vietnam are now being accepted. Under the theme “Cultivating Resilient Communities”, students will be immersed in Vietnamese history, politics, and culture. Students will also learn about global issues, strengthen 21st century skills, and build a strong sense of community with their fellow travelers. The group will be visiting Hội An, Huế , and Hà Nội.

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Application Requirements

All application materials below except the teacher recommendations are due by January 17, 2025.

1. Student Application Form

2. High School Transcript

3. Two Short Essay Responses 

4. One Video or Audio Response 

5. Parent Form

6. Two Teacher/Adult Recommendations (due on January 22, 2025)

A view-only document is available to help applicants prepare your official electronic submission.

Who can apply?

All current 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders (2024-2025 SY) attending Hawaiʻi public, charter, private, and independent schools are eligible to apply.

When are the applications due?

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

📅 Friday, January 17, 2025 at 11:59PM

Applicants are responsible to make sure all materials are in. They must provide their parents/guardians and teacher/adult recommender with the proper links to the form and ensure that they get it done.

All materials must be submitted on-time to be eligible. Incomplete or late applications will NOT be considered.

Are travel Scholarships Available?

Travel scholarships are available! Thanks to the generosity of The Freeman Foundation, the majority of participants with demonstrated financial need and/or demonstrated commitment to PAAC programs have received merit- and/or need-based financial aid for this program. To be eligible for this scholarship, parents must fill out the Financial Information section on the parent form completely.

What are the program dates?

Virtual Parent Information Meeting: Wed. April 2, 2025 (evening)

1. Virtual Pre-Trip Workshop: Wed. May 21, 2025 (evening) 

2. In-Person Pre-Trip Orientation: June 2-4 2025 

3. Travel Dates: June 7-23, 2025 ✈️

4. Group Presentation: Fri. September 12, 2025 (afternoon/evening)

Please note, all dates (except travel dates) are tentative and will be confirmed as soon as possible. Participation in this program requires attendance on *ALL* program dates. 

Who can I contact if I have any questions?

Contact PAAC Study Tours Director, Ms. Carol Li <paac@paachawaii.org> if you have any questions.