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Brigham Young University-Hawaii (BYU-Hawaii) is a private undergraduate institution located in the town of Laie, on the northern shore of Oahu, approximately 35 miles from Honolulu. Established by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1955, the university integrates academic experience with a faith-informed education. The campus is home to a diverse and international student body, representing over 70 countries, providing a unique cultural atmosphere. BYU-Hawaii offers a variety of bachelor's degree programs, with a notable focus on areas such as Pacific Island studies, international business, and intercultural peacebuilding. The institution has a holistic admissions process that can be described as moderately selective. Residential life is an integral part of student life at BYU-Hawaii, with on-campus housing available to students. While the university supports various student-athletes and teams, it is not particularly renowned for its athletics program.
In the most recent statistical year 1,479 prospective students applied, and 506 were granted admission. Of those admitted 340 enrolled in the school. 2,594 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 141 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,250 plus fees of $0. BYUH is ranked 415 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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BYUH is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Brigham Young University Hawaii within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#415 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#295 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Hawaii
#1 in Best Private Colleges in Hawaii
#470 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Hawaii
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1023/1236 |
| ACT | 19/26 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.47 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,310 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $8,828 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,719 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,107 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 15% |
| Education | 12% |
| General Studies | 11% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 5% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024