Hawaii Pacific University

Non-profit public

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Private

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A private liberal arts institution, Hawaii Pacific University draws learners from all over the world. More than 5,000 students attend HPU, taking advantage of flexible remote learning opportunities powered by Blackboard. The school delivers seven online associate programs in areas like supervisory leadership and homeland security. Candidates may also pursue bachelor's credentials in psychology and criminal justice. Additionally, they can enroll in a four-year human resource development track, developing skills in data analysis and talent management. HPU offers five online master's programs. Degree options include business administration, public administration, organizational development and change, and educational leadership. The university also facilitates a remote master's program in public health. Through a 30-credit curriculum, MPH candidates receive advanced training accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. Undergraduate applicants undergo a holistic evaluation process that considers GPA, academic rigor, ACT/SAT performance, and extracurricular activities. Prospective graduate students typically need at least a 3.0 GPA. HPU students benefit from dedicated career guidance and study abroad opportunities.

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Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

89% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

81% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

59% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores:	Considered (not required)	High school transcript:	Required
High school rank:	Recommended	Letter of recommendation:	Recommended
High school GPA:	Required	Open admission:	No
Completion of college prep program:	Recommended	Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL):

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment: Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes

Credit for qualified life experience*:

ⓘ *This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

Learning Environment

Students enrolledOnline student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio

61%

Online student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio

10:1

Student to faculty ratio

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

#	Programs	BA	MA	Doc
1	Biological And Biomedical Sciences	✔	✕	✕
2	Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services	✔	✔	✕
3	Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs	✔	✕	✕
4	Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services	✔	✕	✕
5	Education	✔	✔	✕
6	English Language And Literature/Letters	✔	✕	✕
7	Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences	✔	✕	✕
8	Health Professions And Related Programs	✔	✕	✕
9	History	✔	✕	✕
10	History	✔	✕	✕
11	Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services	✔	✔	✕
12	Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities	✔	✕	✕
13	Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	✔	✕	✕
14	Natural Resources And Conservation	✔	✕	✕
15	Philosophy And Religious Studies	✔	✕	✕
16	Psychology	✔	✔	✔
17	Security And Protective Services	✔	✔	✕
18	Social Sciences	✔	✕	✕
19	Theology And Religious Vocations	✕	✔	✕
20	Visual And Performing Arts	✔	✕	✕