At a glance
Average net price
$29,657
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
34.9%
Admission rate
86%
Undergrad size
2,392
In-state tuition
$34,392
Out-of-state tuition
$34,392
Cost of attendance
$50,674
Median earnings (10y)
$59,593
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,111
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 56.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (28%), health (23%), stem (20%).
- STEM20%
- Health23%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts28%
- Social sciences10%
- Trades & services4%
- Health professions22.6%~542 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts19.8%~473 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business14.9%~355 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.5%~250 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology4.9%~117 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science4.0%~97 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~89 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education3.5%~85 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~73 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History2.5%~61 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering0.8%~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.7%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.5%~12 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.2%~4 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 236 | $65,189 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 166 | $38,658 | $21,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 82 | $26,885 | $25,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 70 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 59 | $35,610 | $27,000 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 57 | $31,128 | $25,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 54 | $49,264 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 46 | $27,471 | $28,810 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 42 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 39 | $42,902 | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 39 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 34 | $40,384 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 34 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 29 | — | — |
| Marine Sciences. | Master's | 27 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 18 | $21,037 | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 16 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 8 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
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 Hawaii Pacific University
Hawaii Pacific University is a mid-sized institution located in Honolulu, Hawaii, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,392 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Hawaii Pacific University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $29,657 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $34,392 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $50,674 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 34.9%, a average completion outcome. 56.5% 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 $59,593 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Hawaii Pacific University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (28% of credentials), health (23% of credentials), stem (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
Hawaii Pacific University accepts 86% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,111. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Honolulu, Hawaii (city), Hawaii Pacific University 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 Hawaii Pacific University
Q.How much does Hawaii Pacific University cost?
The average net price at Hawaii Pacific University is $29,657 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $50,674.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Hawaii Pacific University?
Hawaii Pacific University has a 6-year graduation rate of 34.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Hawaii Pacific University?
Hawaii Pacific University admits 86% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Hawaii Pacific University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Hawaii Pacific University graduate earns $59,593 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Hawaii Pacific University?
Published tuition is $34,392 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Hawaii Pacific University located?
Hawaii Pacific University is located in Honolulu, Hawaii (ZIP 96813).
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 Hawaii Pacific University at their official website.