Known for health sciences — excellent value
University of Hawaii at Hilo is a public institution in Hilo with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1025, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
42% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,856 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,063.
Established
1945
Motto
Maluna aʻe o nā lāhui āpau ke ola ke kānaka
Mascot
Vulcan
Type
Public university
Conference
NCAA Division II Pacific West Conference
Division
Division II
90%Acceptance
1025SAT Avg
2,260Students
12:1Student:Faculty
42%Grad Rate
$47,856Earnings 10yr
$12,063Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate89.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1025
Reading & WritingMid: 565
478570
MathMid: 540
420540
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 19
1522
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$7,838
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,798
Room & Board$8,248
Books & Supplies$1,350
Total Cost of Attendance$20,914
Average Net Price$12,063
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$9,081
$30–48K$9,707
$48–75K$12,607
$75–110K$14,862
$110K+$19,851
Programs (74)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,260
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
37%
Pell Grant Recipients
40%
Race & Ethnicity
White 20%
Black 1%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 13%
Two+ 35%
Int'l 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate41.6%
Freshman Retention69.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$37,204
8 Years$41,883
10 Years$47,856
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$40,700
Men
$43,400
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Source: Wikipedia