UHWO Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 95.34%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1020. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,584
- Out-of-State Tuition: $20,544
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UHWO:
- Total Enrollment: 2,814, including 1,478 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 34.5% men, 65.5% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 50%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 78%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 9 academic programs available.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's.
UHWO Overview
University of Hawaii-West Oahu (UHWO) is a four-year, public school located in Kapolei, HI. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification
The UHWO's tuition & fees is $7,584 for Hawaii residents and $20,544 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 45% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,121.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,814 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
UHWO's acceptance rate is 95.34% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 32.16%. The median SAT score is 1020 and the ACT score is 18.
University of Hawaii-West Oahu is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Hawaii-West Oahu is $7,584 for in-state students and $20,544 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,584 for Hawaii residents and $20,544 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,584 | $20,544 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,584 | $20,544 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Hawaii-West Oahu offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UHWO
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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