The University of Hawaii at Hilo (UH Hilo) is a public university set in the stunningly beautiful Hilo village on the Big Island of Hawaii. It is part of the University of Hawaii system and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. These unique programs are tailored to meet the needs of the diverse student population. UH Hilo is dedicated to providing an innovative, student-centered learning environment that encourages collaboration and intellectual growth. With its Hawaiian culture, tradition and values at the center, UH Hilo offers a complete educational experience. From its state-of-the-art laboratories to its breathtaking coastline, UH Hilo is an ideal place to advance your education and explore life’s possibilities.
- Address: 200 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720-4091
- Phone: (808) 932-7446
- Website: https://hilo.hawaii.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 3,165
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 13 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $50
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $7,838 | $20,798 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,340 | $1,340 |
| Room & Board | $14,494 | $14,494 |
| Other | $8,152 | $8,152 |
| Total Cost | $31,824 | $44,784 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 74%
- SAT Range: 990 – 1170
- ACT Range: 16 – 22
Majors
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Pharmacy
- Psychology, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 79%
- Part-time: 21%
Student Gender
- Male: 35%
- Female: 65%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 1%
- Asian: 18%
- Black or African American: 1%
- Hispanic / Latino: 15%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 8%
- White: 18%
- Two or More Races: 36%
- Unknown: 0%
- Non-resident Alien: 3%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 85%
- 25 and Over: 15%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 70%
- Out-of-State: 30%
- Unknown: 0%