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 3,008, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 95%. The university offers 7 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 37%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. 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 Insight
95% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
62% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
37% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programConsidered (not required)
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
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 Percentile16-22
SAT 25th-75th Percentile970-1220
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
99%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
9%
Unknown
0%
Black
2%
Hispanic
15%
Two or more races
31%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
38%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
4%
Socio-economic diversity
30% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
4
Total Online Enrollment
2,978
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.99% online, 1% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
43% On-campus
57% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's57% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
85%
State Grant Aid
13%
Institution Grant Aid
31%
Pell Grant
30%
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
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Education. | |||
| 4 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 5 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 6 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 7 | Social Sciences. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.