University of Hawaii at Manoa
The UHM is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. This school is a public co-educational university that offers both graduate and undergraduate degrees. It has many programs for students to choose from and it is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. This is a very old school established back in 1907. It serves well over 17,000 students and has a reputation as one of the very best universities in Hawaii. This college allows students to pursue so many different areas of study. Students can earn degrees and certificates while feeling comfortable in a safe and welcoming environment.
The nursing program at UH Manoa is held in very high regard. The nursing programs allow students to pursue becoming RNs and much more. The nursing programs offer both undergraduate nursing programs and graduate nursing programs. Nurses who wish to pursue master’s and doctoral degrees will be able to do so at this fine school. The curriculum is among the best in the country and is a popular choice among those seeking to earn DNP and PhDs. Undergraduate nurses can expect a very good experience that will give them the right skills to succeed in the professional world.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge City |
| Number of Students17,612 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio12:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate79% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 39 | 141 |
| Master's degree | 3 | 36 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 0 | 6 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 1 | 6 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 2242 miles radius of University of Hawaii at Manoa
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University of Hawaii Maui College
91 miles away |
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University of Hawaii at Hilo
209 miles away |
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NCP College - South San Francisco
2235 miles away |
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San Francisco State University
2236 miles away |
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Bay Area College of Nursing, Inc. Daly City
2236 miles away |
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University of California-San Francisco
2237 miles away |
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California Nurses And Vocational Institute
2238 miles away |
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Oxman College
2238 miles away |
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Ukiah Adult School
2240 miles away |
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California State University-Monterey Bay
2242 miles away |
Frequently compared schools
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University of Arizona
offers 8 nursing programs |
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University of Illinois at Chicago
offers 9 nursing programs |
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University of South Florida-Main Campus
offers 10 nursing programs |
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University of Kentucky
offers 8 nursing programs |
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University of New Mexico-Main Campus
offers 9 nursing programs |
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University of Utah
offers 9 nursing programs |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Senior College and University Commission 04/30/1955 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (MNUR) - Master's program ACEN 04/01/1967 - 12/31/2008 |
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 04/01/1956 - 12/31/2008 |
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Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels CCNE 10/07/2014 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/21/2001 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 04/21/2001 - Current |
Admission
83%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 1050 to 1240 |
| ACT | 21 to 26 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Required |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Required |
| 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 | $70 |
| Graduates | $100 |
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 | $453/credit | |
| In State Students | $453/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,371/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $637/credit | |
| In State Students | $637/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,532/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 | $20,385 | $20,385 | $61,695 |
| ADN | 70 | $31,710 | $31,710 | $95,970 |
| BSN | 125 | $56,625 | $56,625 | $171,375 |
| FNP | 50 | $31,850 | $31,850 | $76,600 |
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, 77% of University of Hawaii at Manoa's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 28% | $4,469 |
| Other Federal Grant | 5% | $1,847 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 8% | $2,012 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 63% | $5,709 |
| Federal Student Loans | 35% | $5,476 |
| Private Loans | 4% | $12,419 |
$15,479
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$11,462 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$13,079 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$16,080 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$18,149 |
| Over $110,000$20,071 |
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Student Population
12,881
Undergrads
4,731
Graduates
9,984
Women
7,628
Men
75%
Full-time
25%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Asian |
35% |
|
Two or more races |
23% |
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White |
20% |
|
Hispanic |
10% |
|
Non-resident alien |
6% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
3% |
|
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.
