University of Hawaii at West Oahu
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Hawaii at West Oahu
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Hawaii at West Oahu is a small public university located on a suburban campus in Kapolei, Hawaii. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,863, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 96%. The university offers 9 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 47%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,344, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $20,304.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile15-21
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1030-1210
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
91%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
8%
Unknown
0%
Black
2%
Hispanic
15%
Two or more races
33%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
38%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
4%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
7
Total Online Enrollment
2,614
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.91% online, 9% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
22% On-campus
78% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's78% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,344 | $20,304 |
| Graduate | $undefined | $undefined |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,350 |
| On-campus room and board | $16,046 |
| On-campus other expenses | $undefined |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $17,358 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,976 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,976 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,340 | $37,700 |
| Off-campus without family | $31,028 | $43,988 |
| Off-campus with family | $13,670 | $26,630 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
31%
State Grant Aid
35%
Institution Grant Aid
59%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$15k
Average student debtafter graduation
$38k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Education. | |||
| 4 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 5 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 6 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 7 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 8 | Social Sciences. |
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