UWO

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University of Hawaii-West Oahu

Also known as: UH West Oahu / UHWO

📍 Kapolei, Hawaii🏛️ Suburban Setting👥 2,519 Undergrads🔗 westoahu.hawaii.edu

Overview

University of Hawaii-West Oahu is an small public institution in Kapolei, Hawaii. It enrolls about 2,519 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 95%. Graduates earn a median of $52,075 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

95%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

985

473–575

Net Price

$10,327

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

50%

Retention

78%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$52,075

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

95.3%

SAT Average

985

ACT Composite

15–21

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200473 – 575 (mid 50%)800

Math

200458 – 528 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

115 – 21 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$7,584

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$20,544

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$18,410

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$10,327

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$7,674
$30,001 – $48,000	$7,077
$48,001 – $75,000	$10,247
$75,001 – $110,000	$13,155
$110,001 +	$17,718

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

21.1%

Academics & Programs

University of Hawaii-West Oahu offers programs across 8 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

34.4%

Social Sciences

16.4%

Public Administration & Social Services

15.1%

Interdisciplinary Studies

12.8%

Communications Technologies

9.7%

Education

5.9%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

4.3%

Homeland Security & Law Enforcement

1.5%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

50%

On-Time (4yr)

29%

Retention (FT)

78%

% Earning >$25K

78%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$44,352

8 years

$49,190

10 years

$52,075

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

61.1%

White

37.5%

Hispanic

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

6.6%

Black or African American

1.7%

Asian

36.8%

Hispanic / Latino

15.6%

Two or more races

33.2%

International

0.4%

Gender

Women

65.4%

Men

34.6%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Hawaii-West Oahu hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 95%. Admitted students average an SAT of 985.

How much does University of Hawaii-West Oahu cost?

In-state tuition is $7,584, and out-of-state is $20,544. Average net price after financial aid is $10,327.

What is University of Hawaii-West Oahu known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Social Sciences, Public Administration & Social Services.

What's the graduation rate at University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

The 6-year graduation rate is 50%, and 78% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.