Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of Hawaii at Hilo has a 90% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. University of Hawaii at Hilo has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
90%
Less Selective
Application Volume
2,562
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of Hawaii at Hilo has a 90% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of Hawaii at Hilo evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of Hawaii at Hilo. About 23% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 898 to 1,110. Additionally, about 41% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 15 to 22.
SAT Scores
23% of students submitted400
1600
898 โ 1110
200
800
478 โ 570
200
800
420 โ 540
ACT Scores
41% of students submitted1
36
15 โ 22
1
36
14 โ 21
1
36
15 โ 21
Admission Statistics
2,562 students applied to UHH. Of those, 90% were accepted (2,300 students). Of these 2,300 accepted students, 367 chose to enroll.
2,562
Total Applicants
2,300
Students Admitted
367
Students Enrolled
90%
Acceptance Rate