Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
84.48%
SAT Average
1,180
ACT Range
21-29
Hawaii Pacific University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 84.48%. This means approximately 845 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,502 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
84.48%
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 | $33,020 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,020 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $49,980 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $30,557 | State avg: $19,081. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 20.00% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 25.27% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Hawaii Pacific University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,020
Room and board
$16,042
Books and supplies
$1,050
Other expenses
$2,400
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$49,980
Average net price
$30,557
Average aid coverage
39%
$19,423 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Hawaii Pacific University pays approximately $30,557 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Hawaii average of $19,081 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Hawaii Pacific University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Hawaii and national averages.
Hawaii Pacific University net price
$30,557
Hawaii average
$19,081
National average
$17,506
Hawaii Pacific University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,020 and average net price at $30,557. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,020
Current net price
$30,557
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)
41.21%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$59,593
Undergraduates
2,502
10-Year Median Earnings - Hawaii Pacific University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Hawaii Pacific University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Hawaii Pacific University?
Undergraduates
2,502
Completion rate
41.21%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
20.00%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
25.27%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 20.00% of Hawaii Pacific University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 25.27% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Hawaii Pacific University
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 Hawaii Pacific University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Hawaii Pacific University 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
Hawaii Pacific University is listed at 1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, HI 96813. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Hawaii Pacific University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Brigham Young University-Hawaii | 37.87% | $6,438 | $13,884 | $52,064 |
Similar Schools in Honolulu
This local cluster focuses on nearby Honolulu schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Honolulu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawaii Pacific University's acceptance rate?
Hawaii Pacific University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 84.48%.
How much is Hawaii Pacific University tuition?
Hawaii Pacific University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,020.
What is Hawaii Pacific University's average net price?
Hawaii Pacific University's average net price in the local dataset is $30,557.
What does Hawaii Pacific University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $26,082 for Hawaii Pacific University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Hawaii Pacific University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $59,593 for Hawaii Pacific University.
Is Hawaii Pacific University accredited?
Hawaii Pacific University's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend Hawaii Pacific University?
The local dataset lists 2,502 undergraduate students at Hawaii Pacific University.
What percentage of Hawaii Pacific University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Hawaii Pacific University in the local dataset is 20.00%.
What is the federal loan rate at Hawaii Pacific University?
The federal loan rate for Hawaii Pacific University in the local dataset is 25.27%.
Where should I verify Hawaii Pacific University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Hawaii Pacific University or the latest official federal education data.