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Your chances of getting into University of Hawaii at Manoa

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

72.8%
Admission Difficulty for University of Hawaii at Manoa
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UH at Manoa is 72.8%.  Its admission rate is the 2nd lowest in Hawaii.

Admission Selectivity

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

UH at Manoa is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 13,807 out of the 18,974 who applied were admitted.

University of Hawaii at Manoa typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.67. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UH at Manoa?

73% 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.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

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

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.67 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1180 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

UH at Manoa GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.67

Typical High School Grades 

B+

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

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UH at Manoa are to have around a 3.67 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as UH at Manoa accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UH at Manoa is 3.67 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 #1 in Hawaii for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UH at Manoa 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 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Hawaii at Manoa students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 47.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 21.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 16.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 11.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 5.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UH at Manoa SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Hawaii at Manoa. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 1% of students submitted SAT scores and 4% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1070-1290

Applicants Submitting SAT 

1%
SAT Scores for University of Hawaii at Manoa
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 530
Math 25th Percentile 540
Composite 25th Percentile 1070
SAT Scores for University of Hawaii at Manoa
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 640
Math 75th Percentile 650
Composite 75th Percentile 1290
Average SAT Score 1180

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UH at Manoa is 1180 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1070-1290. Students who get into University of Hawaii at Manoa score in the top 47 percent of all SAT test takers..  UH at Manoa ranks #1 in the state of Hawaii for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1180 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UH at Manoa regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1070 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1070, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 960, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Hawaii at Manoa 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 1180 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 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 1180, you have around a 73% chance of being admitted. A 1290 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

University of Hawaii at Manoa admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1290 and Above Good >84%
1180 to 1290 Avg + 73%-84%
1070 to 1180 Avg - 59%-73%
960 to 1070 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 960 Low <43%
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UH at Manoa ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-24 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

4%
ACT Scores for University of Hawaii at Manoa
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 17
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for University of Hawaii at Manoa
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 24
Composite 75th Percentile 24
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UH at Manoa is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 24.  The school ranks #3 in Hawaii for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 15.

4 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Hawaii at Manoa 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 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UH at Manoa for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 24 ACT score.

University of Hawaii at Manoa admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
24 and Above Good >84%
21 to 24 Avg + 73%-84%
18 to 21 Avg - 59%-73%
15 to 18 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 15 Low <43%
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High School Class Rank

51% of University of Hawaii at Manoa freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 27% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Hawaii at Manoa students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 27%
Top 25% of class 51%
Top 50% of class 86%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Hawaii at Manoa admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 13,016 5,777 18,974
Accepted 9,386 4,283 13,807
Acceptance Rate 72% 74% 73%
Enrolled 1,881 1,194 3,106
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 28% 22%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Hawaii at Manoa is $70.

Application Requirements

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

University of Hawaii at Manoa 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 Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

Admission Requirements Summary

Because UH at Manoa is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.67 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1180 on the SAT and 21 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Students applying to University of Hawaii at Manoa often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=141574 IPEDS survey data for University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Last updated February 24, 2024