University of Hawaii at Hilo

University of Hawaii at Hilo is moderately difficult to get into. Around 71% of applicants get into University of Hawaii at Hilo each year. Out of 1,679 applications received in 2023, 1,195 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to University of Hawaii at Hilo, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 7/1 and the application fee costs $50.

Students who submit their applications to University of Hawaii at Hilo for fall should anticipate a decision by July 31.

University of Hawaii at Hilo Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Hawaii at Hilo's admissions stats.

University of Hawaii at Hilo 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	23.2%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	79%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	60.2%
Waitlist	No

University of Hawaii at Hilo Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Hawaii at Hilo.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	7 1	July 31

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Considering Applying Early to University of Hawaii at Hilo?

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University of Hawaii at Hilo does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Hawaii at Hilo Admissions

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Is University of Hawaii at Hilo Hard To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into UH at Hilo. UH at Hilo evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, UH at Hilo accepted 71% of students, around 1,195 of the 1,679 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like UH at Hilo, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Hawaii at Hilo

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Hawaii at Hilo

University of Hawaii at Hilo has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Hawaii at Hilo Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Hawaii at Hilo

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Hawaii at Hilo during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Hawaii at Hilo for more information on admission factors.

University of Hawaii at Hilo 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Hawaii at Hilo, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Hawaii at Hilo's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Hawaii at Hilo?

Students admitted to University of Hawaii at Hilo have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 66% submitted a class rank. At University of Hawaii at Hilo 23.2% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 52.6% were in the top 25% and 88.4% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Hawaii at Hilo, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Hawaii at Hilo directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Hawaii at Hilo does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 79% of University of Hawaii at Hilo's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 60.2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of Hawaii at Hilo, you should strive to earn between 17 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Hawaii at Hilo's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Hawaii at Hilo students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

More Information on Transferring to University of Hawaii at Hilo

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Hawaii at Hilo.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Applicants should hear back by July 31.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Hawaii at Hilo during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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University of Hawaii at Hilo Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Hawaii at Hilo?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Hawaii at Hilo.

Does University of Hawaii at Hilo accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Hawaii at Hilo accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Hawaii at Hilo?

✅ University of Hawaii at Hilo is not test optional.

What is University of Hawaii at Hilo's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Hawaii at Hilo's acceptance rate is 71%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Hawaii at Hilo?

❌ University of Hawaii at Hilo does not offer early decision.

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