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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Honolulu, HI

Chaminade University of Honolulu

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in HI. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$29,970

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

92.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

62.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$52,343

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Chaminade University of Honolulu is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Honolulu, HI. With a competitive tuition profile of $29,970, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 62.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing565 – 665
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 655
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$119,880

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$22,343

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$103,550

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$326,980

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Chaminade University of Honolulu is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
72.6%
27.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Asian
26.0%
Unknown
24.9%
Two or more
15.6%
Hispanic
14.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
9.2%
White
8.4%
Black
1.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
International
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

5

Burglary

0

Theft

3

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

2

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$29,970

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$31,894
$30k - $48k$19,135
$48k - $75k$24,488
$75k+$26,305

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients42.2%
Using Federal Loans37.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment50.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$14,216
Pell Grant Recipients42.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

74.0%

Success

62.3%

In-State Cost

$29,970

Age 25+ Students

27.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

586 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Honolulu (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Honolulu (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.