2025 Most Expensive Hawaii Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 5 four-year Hawaii colleges is $25,717, reflecting a -15.03% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 5 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 1 colleges, while tuition decreased at 1 colleges.

Hawaii Pacific University ranks as the most expensive Hawaii colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $34,392. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Hawaii Pacific University remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are University of Hawaii at Manoa at$34,218 and Chaminade University of Honolulu at$30,874 both consistently recognized among the Hawaii Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Hawaii Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 81.13%, and the average SAT score is 1,094, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Hawaii Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Hawaii Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HIPrivate, 4-year $34,392
$1,688		$21,485
$48		85.87%4,9211,10535.00%15 to 1
2
-		University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HIPublic, 4-year $34,218
($12,186)
-		$34,550
($16,502)
-		86.60%20,0281,16064.00%15 to 1
3
-		Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HIPrivate, 4-year $30,874
$904		$26,880
$840		91.43%2,7091,06055.00%11 to 1
4
-		University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HIPublic, 4-year $20,798
($7,838)
-		$27,062
($12,230)
-		60.63%2,6681,05048.00%11 to 1
5Columbia College - USCG Base Honolulu Honolulu, HIPrivate, 4-year $8,304------
Average$25,717
($10,012)		$27,494
($14,366)		81.13%7,5821,09450.50%13 to 1