University of Hawaii-West Oahu
UH West Oahu / UHWO
Kapolei, Hawaii 96707-4507
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for business — excellent value
University of Hawaii-West Oahu is a public suburban institution in Kapolei, Hawaii. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 973.
A mid-sized campus of 2.5K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
47% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,075 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,666.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 973
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
80.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$11,848
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
18
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (14)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
69%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1966, the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents approved a plan calling for the opening of such a campus.
- •In 1970, UH executive Richard Kosaki was appointed chancellor for the proposed school known as West Oʻahu College.
- •The college was approved by the Board of Regents as an upper division school in 1975.
- •It opened in January 1976 enrolling 75 students at Mililani, Campbell and Pearl City high schools.
- •It moved later that year to a Newtown Square office building in ʻAiea, offering day and evening classes.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from HI state average + suburban adjustment
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