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About University of Hawaii-West Oahu

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University of Hawaii-West Oahu is a public liberal arts college in Kapolei, HI, known for its open access admissions, hawaii public college, and small baccalaureate college. With an acceptance rate of 96%, UH West Oahu is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 216 students each year. UH West Oahu is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1040–1180, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UH West Oahu offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,074 per year; the sticker price of $21,894 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Hawaii-West Oahu acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

96%
Overall Accept Rate
1110
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1040 – 1180 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 16 – 22

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Hawaii-West Oahu

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Essay Strategy
UHWO is deeply rooted in the Kapolei community and West Oahu region, so if you have ties to this area, whether through family, work, or community involvement, make sure to highlight that connection explicitly in your application materials.
Application Strategy
UHWO has a strong commitment to serving Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students and offers dedicated support programs and scholarships for these communities, so research the Ike ao Hawaii initiatives and mention relevant cultural identity or involvement in your application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Hawaii-West Oahu actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$22k/yr$7.7k
30k-48k~$22k/yr$7.1k
48k-75k~$22k/yr$10.2k
75k-110k~$22k/yr$13.2k
110k+~$22k/yr$17.7k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

47%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,131
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

37%Asian
33%Two or More Races
16%Hispanic
7%White
5%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
2%Black / African American
0%International
0%Unknown / Unreported
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender35% Men · 65% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status100% Citizens and Immigrants · 0% International
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