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University of Hawaii-West Oahu

Kapolei, HI · Public · Large suburb · Website

University of Hawaii-West Oahu campus
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Admission rate
95%
Open
Average net price
$8,144
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
48%
Median earnings
$56,319
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Hawaii-West Oahu is a public college in Kapolei, HI with 2,519 undergraduates. It admits 95% of applicants, and admitted students average 985 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $8,144 per year ($4,725 for families earning under $30,000). 48% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $56,319 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
95%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
750
Fall 2023
Admitted
717
Fall 2023
Yield
33%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing473–575
200800
SAT Math458–528
200800
ACT Composite15–21
136

What University of Hawaii-West Oahu looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$15,686
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$7,728
Out-of-state tuition
$20,688

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$4,725
  • $30–48k$4,819
  • $48–75k$6,586
  • $75–110k$9,402
  • $110k+$14,118

Get a personal estimate with University of Hawaii-West Oahu's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
48%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$56,319
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$16,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,519
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
39%
  • White7%
  • Hispanic16%
  • Black2%
  • Asian37%

University of Hawaii-West Oahu FAQ

What is University of Hawaii-West Oahu's acceptance rate?+

University of Hawaii-West Oahu admits 95% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for University of Hawaii-West Oahu?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 473–575 on SAT Reading and Writing and 458–528 on SAT Math; the average total is 985.

What ACT score do you need for University of Hawaii-West Oahu?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 15–21.

Is University of Hawaii-West Oahu test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Hawaii-West Oahu?+

In Fall 2023, 750 students applied to University of Hawaii-West Oahu and 717 were admitted; 238 enrolled.

Does University of Hawaii-West Oahu consider legacy status?+

No. University of Hawaii-West Oahu reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Hawaii-West Oahu require an essay?+

University of Hawaii-West Oahu reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Hawaii-West Oahu cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $15,686 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,144.

What is University of Hawaii-West Oahu's graduation rate?+

48% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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