Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
89.77%
SAT Average
1,025
ACT Range
15-22
University of Hawaii at Hilo Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 89.77%. This means approximately 898 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,260 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
89.77%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $7,838 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $20,798 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $20,914 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,063 | State avg: $19,081. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.53% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 29.85% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Hawaii at Hilo Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$20,798
Room and board
$8,248
Books and supplies
$1,350
Other expenses
$3,986
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$20,914
Average net price
$12,063
Average aid coverage
42%
$8,851 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Hawaii at Hilo pays approximately $12,063 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Hawaii average of $19,081 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Hawaii at Hilo?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Hawaii and national averages.
University of Hawaii at Hilo net price
$12,063
Hawaii average
$19,081
National average
$17,506
University of Hawaii at Hilo Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $20,798 and average net price at $12,063. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$20,798
Current net price
$12,063
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
41.63%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,856
Undergraduates
2,260
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Hawaii at Hilo vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Hawaii at Hilo graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Hawaii at Hilo?
Undergraduates
2,260
Completion rate
41.63%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.53%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
29.85%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.53% of University of Hawaii at Hilo students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 29.85% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Hawaii at Hilo
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Hawaii at Hilo's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Hawaii at Hilo lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
University of Hawaii at Hilo is listed at 200 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720-4091. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Hawaii at Hilo with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii at Hilo | 89.77% | $20,798 | $12,063 | $47,856 |
| Hawaii Pacific University | 84.48% | $33,020 | $30,557 | $59,593 |
| University of Hawaii at Manoa | 69.69% | $34,218 | $13,181 | $57,624 |
| Chaminade University of Honolulu | 92.63% | $29,970 | $28,061 | $52,343 |
| University of Hawaii-West Oahu | 95.60% | $20,544 | $10,666 | $52,075 |
Similar Schools in Hilo
This local cluster focuses on nearby Hilo schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Hilo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Hawaii at Hilo's acceptance rate?
University of Hawaii at Hilo's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 89.77%.
How much is University of Hawaii at Hilo tuition?
University of Hawaii at Hilo's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $20,798.
What is University of Hawaii at Hilo's average net price?
University of Hawaii at Hilo's average net price in the local dataset is $12,063.
What is University of Hawaii at Hilo's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,856 for University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Is University of Hawaii at Hilo accredited?
University of Hawaii at Hilo's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend University of Hawaii at Hilo?
The local dataset lists 2,260 undergraduate students at University of Hawaii at Hilo.
What percentage of University of Hawaii at Hilo students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Hawaii at Hilo in the local dataset is 39.53%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Hawaii at Hilo?
The federal loan rate for University of Hawaii at Hilo in the local dataset is 29.85%.
Where should I verify University of Hawaii at Hilo data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Hawaii at Hilo or the latest official federal education data.