University of Hawaii at Hilo
The University of Hawaii at Hilo is located in Hilo, Hawaii and it is a public co-educational university. This school was originally established in 1941 but it did not become a four-year institution until 1970. This is a school that has undergone several changes over the years but it has always provided students with a high-quality academic experience. Students who attend this university can expect a school that is committed to excellence. There are many associate’s degree programs, bachelor’s degree programs, and certificates that are ready to be earned at this school. All students will be able to take advantage of a safe and innovative educational experience. This school serves nearly 4,000 people and has many international students.
Undergrad students will be able to pursue an ADN program and can then further their educations by pursuing BSN. All of the nursing courses are very focused and they cover several different aspects of nursing. These courses keep nursing students up to date on modern standards. Upon completion of the programs, students will be prepared to take the NCLEX-RN exam and will find the best possible success for themselves. The school also offer a graduate degree in DNP and a mobility program for BSN (BSN-to-DNP).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleRemote Town |
| Number of Students3,539 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio12:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate68% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 10 | 50 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 1 | 12 |
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2189 miles away |
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2189 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Senior College and University Commission 06/30/1976 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 02/01/1998 - Current |
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Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels CCNE 10/07/2014 - Current |
Admission
78%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 970 to 1170 |
| ACT | 17 to 23 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
| Recommendations Neither required nor recommended |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $50 |
| Graduates | $50 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $300/credit | |
| In State Students | $300/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $840/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $479/credit | |
| In State Students | $479/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,097/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $13,500 | $13,500 | $37,800 |
| ADN | 70 | $21,000 | $21,000 | $58,800 |
| BSN | 125 | $37,500 | $37,500 | $105,000 |
| FNP | 50 | $23,950 | $23,950 | $54,850 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 85% of University of Hawaii at Hilo's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 49% | $4,397 |
| Other Federal Grant | 2% | $1,599 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 30% | $3,595 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 49% | $3,780 |
| Federal Student Loans | 37% | $4,619 |
| Private Loans | 4% | $11,433 |
$13,825
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$11,202 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$13,098 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$14,084 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$18,260 |
| Over $110,000$19,236 |
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Student Population
2,971
Undergrads
568
Graduates
2,245
Women
1,294
Men
78%
Full-time
22%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Two or more races |
31% |
|
White |
20% |
|
Asian |
19% |
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Hispanic |
14% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
9% |
|
Non-resident alien |
4% |
|
Black/African American |
1% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
- Dan & Pauline Lutkenhouse & Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden Scholarship
- Filipino Nurses’ Organization of Hawaii Scholarship
- Hawaii Pacific Gerontological Society Nursing Scholarship Fund
- Isemoto Contracting Co. Ltd. Scholarship Fund
- Laura Jean Armstrong Scholarship
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Hawaii state board of nursing.
