University of Hawaii at Hilo - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into University of Hawaii at Hilo

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

89.8%

Admission Difficulty for University of Hawaii at Hilo
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Extremely Easy
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UH at Hilo is 89.8%. Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in Hawaii.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UH at Hilo and can you get accepted?

University of Hawaii at Hilo is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,300 out of the 2,562 who applied were admitted.

University of Hawaii at Hilo typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.36. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UH at Hilo?

90% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Hawaii at Hilo you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.36 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1000 on the SAT
Score 18 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

UH at Hilo GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.36

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Hawaii at Hilo?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UH at Hilo are to have around a 3.36 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.36 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UH at Hilo accepts 90% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UH at Hilo is 3.36 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #6 in Hawaii for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UH at Hilo is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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UH at Hilo SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Hawaii at Hilo. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 23% of students submitted SAT scores and 41% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

898-1110

Applicants Submitting SAT

23%

SAT Scores for University of Hawaii at Hilo
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	478
Math 25th Percentile	420
Composite 25th Percentile	898

SAT Scores for University of Hawaii at Hilo
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	570
Math 75th Percentile	540
Composite 75th Percentile	1110
Average SAT Score	1000

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Hawaii at Hilo?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UH at Hilo is 1000 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 898-1110. Students who get into University of Hawaii at Hilo score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. UH at Hilo ranks #6 in the state of Hawaii for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1000 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UH at Hilo regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 898 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 898, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 800, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Hawaii at Hilo is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1004, you have around a 90% chance of being admitted. A 1110 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

University of Hawaii at Hilo admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1110 and Above	Good	>94%
1004 to 1110	Avg +	90%-94%
898 to 1004	Avg -	83%-90%
792 to 898	Reach	71%-83%
Less than 792	Low	<71%

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UH at Hilo ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

15-22

Applicants Submitting ACT

41%

ACT Scores for University of Hawaii at Hilo
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	14
Math 25th Percentile	15
Composite 25th Percentile	15

ACT Scores for University of Hawaii at Hilo
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	21
Math 75th Percentile	20
Composite 75th Percentile	22
Average ACT Score	18

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UH at Hilo?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UH at Hilo is 18, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 15 and 22. The school ranks #4 in Hawaii for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 18. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 15 and score in the score in the top 81 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 12.

41 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Hawaii at Hilo.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Hawaii at Hilo is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UH at Hilo for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 18 score has around 90% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 95% with a 22 ACT score.

University of Hawaii at Hilo admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
22 and Above	Good	>95%
18 to 22	Avg +	90%-95%
15 to 18	Avg -	84%-90%
12 to 15	Reach	75%-84%
Less than 12	Low	<75%

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High School Class Rank

53% of University of Hawaii at Hilo freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 23% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Hawaii at Hilo students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	23.2%
Top 25% of class	52.6%
Top 50% of class	88%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

University of Hawaii at Hilo admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,753	766	2,562
Accepted	1,590	669	2,300
Acceptance Rate	91%	87%	90%
Enrolled	221	137	367
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	14%	20%	16%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

Applicants have 96 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jul 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Hawaii at Hilo is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Hawaii at Hilo and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Hawaii at Hilo Application Requirements
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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Hawaii at Hilo
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because University of Hawaii at Hilo is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.36 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1000 and ACT of 18 will almost guarantee your admission.