At a glance
Average net price
$16,774
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.6%
Admission rate
47%
Undergrad size
2,889
In-state tuition
$6,630
Out-of-state tuition
$6,630
Cost of attendance
$25,098
Median earnings (10y)
$52,064
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,130
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 73.5%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (32%), business (26%), humanities & arts (20%).
- STEM19%
- Health1%
- Business26%
- Humanities & arts20%
- Social sciences32%
- Trades & services3%
- Business25.8%~744 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education12.4%~358 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.6%~307 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology8.2%~237 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science6.9%~200 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~172 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~144 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~140 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.5%~130 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication4.3%~126 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.7%~107 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~84 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.6%~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.1%~33 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~23 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- History0.6%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
31 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 225 | $40,549 | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 104 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 91 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 85 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 74 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 69 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 66 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 65 | — | — |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies. | Bachelor's | 54 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 51 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Undergraduate certificate | 24 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis. | Bachelor's | — | $22,125 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Brigham Young University-Hawaii
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a mid-sized institution located in Laie, Hawaii, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,889 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Education, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Brigham Young University-Hawaii — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,774 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $6,630 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $25,098 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.6%, a above-average completion outcome. 73.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,064 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Brigham Young University-Hawaii confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Education, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (32% of credentials), business (26% of credentials), humanities & arts (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Brigham Young University-Hawaii accepts 47% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,130. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Laie, Hawaii (town), Brigham Young University-Hawaii draws students from across Hawaii and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Brigham Young University-Hawaii
Q.How much does Brigham Young University-Hawaii cost?
The average net price at Brigham Young University-Hawaii is $16,774 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $25,098.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii admits 47% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Brigham Young University-Hawaii graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Brigham Young University-Hawaii graduate earns $52,064 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Published tuition is $6,630 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Brigham Young University-Hawaii located?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is located in Laie, Hawaii (ZIP 96762).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Brigham Young University-Hawaii at their official website.