Quick Summary
Public in Hilo, United States β University of Hawaii at Hilo, est. 1947. The institution enrolls approximately 2977 students, with 3.5% being international. Known for strengths in Marine Science, Astronomy, Hawaiian Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 84%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UHH offers a living laboratory setting with access to active volcanoes, coral reefs, and the world's premier astronomical site.
Subject Strengths
Marine ScienceAstronomyHawaiian StudiesTropical Conservation
Founded1947
TypePublic
Total Students2977
Intl Students3.5%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusSmall Town
Campus Size115 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationWASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's Degrees,Master's Degrees,Doctoral Degrees,Undergraduate Certificates
Programs
Hawaiian and Indigenous Language and Culture Revitalization,Pharmaceutical Sciences,Nursing Practice,Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science
PhD Programs
Business Administration (BBA),Psychology (BA),Nursing (RN to BSN)
Online Programs
Pacific Aquaculture and Coastal Resources Center,Center for the Study of Active Volcanoes,Hawaii Cooperative Studies Unit
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate84%
IELTS6
TOEFL61
Min GPA2.7
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· July 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· December 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit transcripts early and emphasize any interest in indigenous culture or environmental science in your personal statement.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$20,304/yr
per year Β· USD
Living Cost
$16,500/yr
per year Β· USD
PG Tuition
$26,568/yr
per year Β· USD
Application Fee
$50
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$36,804/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's Degrees,Master's Degrees,Doctoral Degrees,Undergraduate Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Astronomy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,500
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Maunakea ObservatoriesNational Park ServicePacific Tsunami Warning Center
Notable Alumni
Robert K. Lindsey Jr.,Dwight Takamine,Jerry Chang
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Vulcan Gym,UHH Baseball Field,Student Life Center
Student Clubs
Marine Options Program,International Student Association,Lava Flow Student Newspaper
Library Resources
Edwin H. Mookini Library
Exchange Programs
National Student Exchange (NSE),Global Exchange Program
Summer Programs
Available