Broadening youth perspectives through diversity, science, culture, and collaboration.
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Expanding Student Horizons

The Hawaii International Science Experience (HISE) is a student-led education adventure engaging youth in diversity, science, leadership, and collaboration. HISE supports students in broadening their international perspective while cultivating creativity and innovation with science professionals and community leaders.

Next event: July 16 – 21, 2025

2025 Hawaii International Science Experience

HISE 2025 will be a student-led program including eight participating schools and more than 50 students. The five-day event will be held on Hawaii Island and include support from local STEM professionals and organizations. Check back soon for details!

Host Schools

    • Waiakea High School
    • Hilo High School
    • Kamehameha School Hawaii
    • Kealakehe High School
    • Parker School

Visiting Schools (Final recruitment in December 2024)

    • Ritsumeikan High School, Japan

Activities & Highlights

World map of participating schools.

Donate to Support HISE

Our work would not be possible without the generous support of businesses, organizations, and individuals like you. Donate today and join us in our mission of helping Hawaii students broaden their perspectives and cultivate science creativity and leadership. Hawaii International Science Experience is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Mahalo to Our Sponsors!

Mauna Loa sponsor - KTA
Mauna Loa sponsor - Okahara & Associates
Mauna Loa sponsor - PISCES
Hualalai Sponsor - Harvey & Helene Tajiri
Hualalai Sponsor - Peter & Cathleen Schwartz
Kohala Sponsor - Cades Schutte
Kohala Sponsor - Engineering Partners