# University of Hawaii at Hilo

Hilo, HI. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-hawaii-at-hilo

University of Hawaii at Hilo is a public college in Hilo, HI with 2,160 undergraduates. It admits 61% of applicants, and admitted students average 1028 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $10,599 per year ($8,276 for families earning under $30,000). 40% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $51,003 ten years after enrolling.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 61% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 2,562 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 2,300 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | 490–610 (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | 455–565 (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 15–22 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $21,689 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $10,599 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $8,276 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $9,114 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $9,674 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $12,202 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $19,492 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 2,160 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 40% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $51,003 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $19,300 (FY2024) |

## What University of Hawaii at Hilo considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Considered
- Class rank: Considered
- Essay or personal statement: Not considered
- Recommendations: Not considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Not considered
- Legacy status: Not considered
- Work experience: Not considered
- English proficiency test: Considered

## FAQ

**What is University of Hawaii at Hilo's acceptance rate?**

University of Hawaii at Hilo admits 61% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

**What SAT score do you need for University of Hawaii at Hilo?**

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 490–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 455–565 on SAT Math; the average total is 1028.

**What ACT score do you need for University of Hawaii at Hilo?**

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 15–22.

**Is University of Hawaii at Hilo test optional?**

Test optional (considered if submitted).

**How many students apply to University of Hawaii at Hilo?**

In Fall 2023, 2,562 students applied to University of Hawaii at Hilo and 2,300 were admitted; 367 enrolled.

**Does University of Hawaii at Hilo consider legacy status?**

No. University of Hawaii at Hilo reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

**Does University of Hawaii at Hilo require an essay?**

University of Hawaii at Hilo reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

**How much does University of Hawaii at Hilo cost?**

The sticker cost of attendance is $21,689 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,599.

**What is University of Hawaii at Hilo's graduation rate?**

40% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.


## Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 141565. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology