University of Hawaii-West Oahu

If you are considering submitting an application to UH West Oahu, the regular decision application deadline is July 1 and the application fee is $50.

Students who submit their applications to UH West Oahu for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by December 15.

UH West Oahu Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of UH West Oahu's admissions stats.

UH West Oahu 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	8%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	49%
Waitlist	No

University of Hawaii-West Oahu Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Hawaii-West Oahu.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	July 1	December 15

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Applying Early to UH West Oahu?

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UH West Oahu does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Hawaii-West Oahu Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to UH West Oahu?

UH West Oahu is a not difficult school to get into. UH West Oahu evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, UH West Oahu accepted 95% of all applicants, about 703 from the 743 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like UH West Oahu, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Hawaii-West Oahu

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to UH West Oahu

UH West Oahu has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into UH West Oahu?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. 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 UH West Oahu

Curious about the factors that are considered by UH West Oahu 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	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with UH West Oahu for more information on admission factors.

UH West Oahu 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to UH West Oahu, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with UH West Oahu's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation			1
Transcript of High School Record			√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UH West Oahu?

Students admitted to UH West Oahu have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 72% submitted a class rank. At UH West Oahu 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 40% were in the top 25% and 72% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Hawaii-West Oahu, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	10%
3.75 and 3.99	19%
3.50 and 3.74	17%
3.25 and 3.49	17%
3.00 and 3.24	12%
2.50 and 2.9	24%
2.00 and 2.49	1%

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 UH West Oahu directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

UH West Oahu considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

UH West Oahu 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, 8% of UH West Oahu's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 49% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for UH West Oahu?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of UH West Oahu students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of UH West Oahu students scored 680 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for UH West Oahu?

To be most competitive at UH West Oahu, you should strive to earn between 16 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for UH West Oahu'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 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for UH West Oahu students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Hawaii-West Oahu

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to UH West Oahu.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Applicants should hear back by December 15.

Transfer students can enroll in UH West Oahu during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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UH West Oahu Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UH West Oahu?

❌ Students who are admitted to UH West Oahu must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does UH West Oahu accept transfer credits?

✅ UH West Oahu accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. UH West Oahu accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does UH West Oahu accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ UH West Oahu accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to UH West Oahu?

✅ UH West Oahu is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is UH West Oahu's acceptance rate?

✅ UH West Oahu has an acceptance rate of 95%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UH West Oahu?

❌ UH West Oahu does not offer early decision.

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