Hawaii Pacific University
- 4 Year
- HONOLULU, HI
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Hawaii Pacific University
- 4 Year
- HONOLULU, HI
- Rating 3.6 out of 5 914 reviews
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The well-being of the HPU community is our university’s highest priority. We continue to monitor government directives and we have assessed COVID-19 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to implement policies, procedures, as we develop plans to keep our university community members healthy and safe. We plan to resume in-person instruction in August for the fall 2021 term. Learn More
Report Card
- Academicsgrade C+
- Valuegrade B minus
- Diversitygrade A+
- Campusgrade C minus
- Athleticsgrade B
- Party Scenegrade B minus
- Professorsgrade B minus
- Locationgrade A minus
- Dormsgrade B minus
- Campus Foodgrade C+
- Student Lifegrade C
- Safetygrade B minus
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About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletic Conference
Pacific West Conference
Hawaii Pacific University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
HPU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
81%
Application Deadline
January 15
SAT Range
970-1160
ACT Range
17-24
Application Fee
$45
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
Application Website
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Cost
Net Price
$29,827 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$17,957 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
97%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
71%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 58 responses54%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 78 responses44%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 78 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Business156 Graduates
- Nursing119 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration38 Graduates
- Psychology34 Graduates
- Biology32 Graduates
- Computer Science32 Graduates
- Marine Biology and Oceanography30 Graduates
- Health Professions21 Graduates
- International Studies21 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities17 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,152 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,648
Undergrads Over 25
22%
Pell Grant
41%
Varsity Athletes
12%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
64%
Poll
87%
of students say they don't have Greek life. 62 responsesPoll
56%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 84 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$49,900 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
46%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
89%
National
83%82%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 39 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Hawaii Pacific University Reviews
Rating 3.6 out of 5 914 reviews
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Terrible organization and communication from administrative organizations! When I was graduating there was no communication of what I needed to submit to apply for graduation, they let me walk, but then 3 months later they said they couldn't give me my diploma because I had not submitted all the material. Extremely frustrating!
Additionally, there is very little support for students, very poor resources available, and having the split campus is a huge hassle (I know this is something they are currently changing, but still would not recommend). On campus housing and meal plans are ridiculously expensive (even for Hawaii), but they force students to live on campus (at least as freshman).
I was a graduate student here, and compared to the school I attended for my undergraduate studies, I was NOT impressed and often frustrated by the way HPU operates and treats their students.
Additionally, there is very little support for students, very poor resources available, and having the split campus is a huge hassle (I know this is something they are currently changing, but still would not recommend). On campus housing and meal plans are ridiculously expensive (even for Hawaii), but they force students to live on campus (at least as freshman).
I was a graduate student here, and compared to the school I attended for my undergraduate studies, I was NOT impressed and often frustrated by the way HPU operates and treats their students.
As a marine biology major, I can not think of a better place to study! The location could not have been any better. The small school makes it easy to connect with the teachers and make friends in your class. It also makes it easier to get involved in the community and make connections that could help you find a job or internship within your desired field!
One thing that has bothered me is the housing costs. Depending on which campus you live on, the expenses might fluctuate a lot.
HPU is also a bit lacking when it comes to the party scene and athletics, but is overall a very nice school where you can feel at home and develop your academic skills.
One thing that has bothered me is the housing costs. Depending on which campus you live on, the expenses might fluctuate a lot.
HPU is also a bit lacking when it comes to the party scene and athletics, but is overall a very nice school where you can feel at home and develop your academic skills.
The bachelor's of nursing program at Hawai'i Pacific University provides an opportunity for students to earn their degree in two years. The program is a great choice for those who enjoy a fast-paced and in-person learning environment. The program does not offer online learning and may be difficult for those who have other priority obligations such as work, or being the main caretaker for family members. Lecture courses are taken concurrently with clinical hours. The program allows students to experience a variety of nursing settings including med-surg, geriatrics, psychiatric care, pediatrics, and obstetrics. The cost of tuition for this program is comparably higher than other institutions.