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University of Hawaii-West Oahu

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world rank  2213

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Overview

Founded in 1976, the University of Hawaii-West Oahu is a non-profit public multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Kapolei (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Hawaii. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, University of Hawaii-West Oahu (UHWO) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of Hawaii-West Oahu (UHWO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 48-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UHWO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Hawaii-West Oahu' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UHWO
Founded 1976
Colours Red and black
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 91-1001 Farrington Highway
Kapolei
96707-4507 Hawaii
United States
University of Hawaii-West Oahu's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Hawaii-West Oahu Phone Number +1 (808) 689 2800
University of Hawaii-West Oahu Fax Number +1 (808) 689 2901

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Hawaii-West Oahu's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Hawaii-West Oahu.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Hawaii-West Oahu's admission information.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Asian American, Native American or Pacific Islander-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Hawaii-West Oahu a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is considered but not required
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Admission Office Admission Office

91-1001 Farrington Highway
Kapolei 96707
(808) 689 2900
(866) 299 8656

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Hawaii-West Oahu.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Hawaii-West Oahu has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Control Type Control Type

University of Hawaii-West Oahu is a public higher education institution.


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Hawaii-West Oahu is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Asian American, Native American or Pacific Islander-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).


Religious Affiliation

University of Hawaii-West Oahu does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively undergraduate four-year
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

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University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Library

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 31,182 physical volumes, 1,962 physical media, 77,791 digital/electronic media and 93 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 14 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. University of Hawaii-West Oahu's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Hawaii-West Oahu's main services:


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Hawaii-West Oahu's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Hawaii-West Oahu is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1981


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Hawaii-West Oahu's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University of Hawaiʻi System (UHS)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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