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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Honolulu, HI

Hawaii Pacific University

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

Annual Tuition

$33,020

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

84.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

43.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,593

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Hawaii Pacific University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Honolulu, HI. With a competitive tuition profile of $33,020, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing548 – 650
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite21 – 29
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

84.5%

Transfer-Out Rate41.4%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$132,080

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,593

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$163,850

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$459,780

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 43%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

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 Hawaii Pacific University is $22,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
64.6%
35.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
29.2%
Hispanic
22.5%
Two or more
16.5%
Asian
16.2%
Black
6.1%
International
5.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
2.2%
Unknown
1.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

16

Burglary

3

Theft

8

Assault

1

Robbery

2

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

1

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$33,020

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$26,082
$30k - $48k$28,770
$48k - $75k$28,932
$75k+$32,793

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$22,000
Pell Grant Recipients20.0%
Using Federal Loans25.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment62.6%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$18,788
Pell Grant Recipients21.0%

* 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

57.2%

Success

43.0%

In-State Cost

$33,020

Age 25+ Students

15.8%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

816 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.