University of Hawaii at Hilo

University of Hawaii at Hilo is a small four-year, primarily residential school, located in a remote small town (Hilo, Hawaii). It is a public school, located in the fantastic Pacific area of the country.

Rose Y. Tseng is the Chancellor of the school. You can find more information about University of Hawaii at Hilo by visiting their website.

University of Hawaii at Hilo has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) It is also recommend (but not required) that you supply your high school ranking. If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 59% were admitted. There are currently 3,507 students enrolled in the University of Hawaii at Hilo.

Academic and career counseling services are available to students and, if it fits better with your needs, the school offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 623 students. On-campus housing costs average about $2,524 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program for an additional $3,200. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $9,552. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $3,000. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,058. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $12,419 per year and $18,971 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    University of Hawaii at Hilo
    200 W Kawili St
    Hilo, HI  96720

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 3,507
    Website: http://hilo.hawaii.edu
    General Info: 808-974-7311
    Admissions: 808-974-7414
    Financial Aid: 808-974-7323

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