Chaminade University of Honolulu Admission Requirements

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Chaminade University of Honolulu Admission Overview

Chaminade University of Honolulu admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Chaminade University of Honolulu admitted 91.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 GPA (B+) and SAT 970-1250. Chaminade University of Honolulu is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Chaminade University of Honolulu Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

91.4%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Chaminade University of Honolulu

Acceptance Rate

The Chaminade University of Honolulu acceptance rate is 91.4%. Last year, 1,771 of 1,937 applicants were admitted. That is the 5th lowest acceptance rate in Hawaii.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Chaminade University of Honolulu and can you get accepted?

Chaminade University of Honolulu is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Chaminade University of Honolulu typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.42. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Chaminade University of Honolulu GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.42

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.42

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Chaminade University of Honolulu typically have around a 3.42 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Chaminade University of Honolulu is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #4 in Hawaii for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Chaminade University of Honolulu freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 11.64% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.4% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 23.81% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 11.64% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 18.52% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.23% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 4.23% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.53% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Chaminade University of Honolulu SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

970-1250

Freshmen who sent SAT

4%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 490
  • Math 480
  • Composite 970
SAT 25th percentile scores for Chaminade University of Honolulu

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 625
  • Math 625
  • Composite 1250
SAT 75th percentile scores for Chaminade University of Honolulu

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Chaminade University of Honolulu typically score around a 1110 SAT (middle 50% 970–1250) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 61st percentile nationally. Chaminade University of Honolulu ranks #2 in the state of Hawaii for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 970 to 1250

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SAT policy

Chaminade University of Honolulu is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1110 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Chaminade University of Honolulu
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1250+ Above 75th >95%
1110 to 1250 Avg + 91%-95%
970 to 1110 Avg - 84%-91%
Below 970 Below mid-50 <84%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Chaminade University of Honolulu ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Chaminade University of Honolulu

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Chaminade University of Honolulu

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Chaminade University of Honolulu admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,447 490 1,937
Accepted 1,310 461 1,771
Acceptance Rate 91% 94% 91%
Enrolled 196 96 292
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 21% 16%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Chaminade University of Honolulu and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Chaminade University of Honolulu application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Chaminade University of Honolulu is $50.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Chaminade University of Honolulu
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Chaminade University of Honolulu is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 91.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (970-1250); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=141486.

GPA calculator: Chaminade University of Honolulu GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026