Overview
Enrollment
Hawaii Pacific University occupies multiple locations across Oahu, with its main campus situated in downtown Honolulu and its Hawaii Loa Campus nestled in the Koolau Mountains of Kaneohe. The private, nonsectarian institution, established in 1965, operates as the largest private university in the Central Pacific region. HPU maintains a notable presence in marine biology research through its Oceanic Institute and Makapu'u Point facility, while also offering strong programs in business administration, nursing, and international studies. The university's downtown campus integrates with Honolulu's business district, providing students direct access to internship opportunities, while the Hawaii Loa Campus features traditional residential facilities and classroom buildings amid a tropical setting. Students can participate in NCAA Division II athletics, with the university's teams, known as the Sharks, competing in the Pacific West Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Hawaii Pacific University is rated within the lower 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Hawaii Pacific University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#743 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#480 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Hawaii
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Hawaii
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Hawaii
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1060/1240 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.56 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Sep 6, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $500 |
| Room and Board | $15,278 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,818 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 32% |
| Health Professions | 24% |
| Psychology | 6% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
| Social Sciences | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=141644 IPEDS survey data for Hawaii Pacific University.
Current students may use the Hawaii Pacific University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024