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University of Hawaii at Hilo, also known as UH Hilo or UH, is a public, coeducational university located in Hilo, Hawaii, United States. It was established in the year 1941 as Hawaii Vocational College. After a few name and status changes, it adopted its present name in 1970. UH Hilo is part of the university of Hawaii system. It offers degree and certificate programs in various areas of study. The university is organized into the following colleges:
UH Hilo's athletic teams are nicknamed the Vulcans. The Vulcans participate in men’s baseball, basketball, golf, cross country, soccer and tennis; and women’s volleyball, softball, golf, soccer, cross country, and basketball.
University Of Hawaii At Hilo is found in Hilo, HI. Hilo is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at University Of Hawaii At Hilo.
The school is known for its programs in mathematics, media, science, agricultural science and management, therapy and counseling, and liberal arts.
Admission to University Of Hawaii At Hilo is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 430 and 540. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. University Of Hawaii At Hilo has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Students numbered 3,573 in 2007 at University Of Hawaii At Hilo. The school has a large minority student population.
University Of Hawaii At Hilo values student athletics, and belongs to the Independent Far West Region and Pacific West Conference.
The school is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Hawaii At Hilo
200 W Kawili St
Hilo, HI 96720-4091
General Phone: (808) 974-7311
http://uhh.hawaii.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 153 | political science, anthropology, sociology, English, geography, linguistics, Native American studies, history, ... |
| Science | 97 | marine biology, biology, natural sciences, astronomy, geology, chemistry, physics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 79 | psychology, counseling psychology |
| Business And Management | 60 | business management |
| Education And Teaching | 40 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, Native American education, education |
| Media | 38 | communication studies |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 33 | agriculture |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 23 | registered nursing |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 12 | criminal justice and safety |
| Mathematics | 10 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 9 | art studies |
| Music | 9 | music |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 9 | exercise science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 9 | philosophy |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 6 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | computer science |
| Medicine | 0 | pharmacy |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Hawaii At Hilo in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 530 | 32 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 40 | 4 |
| Master's degree | 22 | 5 |
| First-professional degree | 0 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, University Of Hawaii At Hilo had a total enrollment of 3,573 students (3,118 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 93% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 42% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 46% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
University Of Hawaii At Hilo offers campus housing for 609 of its 3,118 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Hilo, Hawaii for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Hawaii Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,584 | 945 | 60% | 471 | 50% |
| Men | 608 | 360 | 59% | 192 | 53% |
| Women | 976 | 585 | 60% | 279 | 48% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 75% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 4% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,676 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,212 |
| Room and board | $ 6,792 |
| Room charge | $ 2,776 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,435 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,078 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,692 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Hawaii At Hilo participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 161100)
University Of Hawaii At Hilo has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 70 | 27 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 30 | 36 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 19 | 23 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 18 | $99,131 | 3 | $93,572 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $102,542 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 6 | $84,472 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 23 | $96,008 | 12 | $87,642 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 30 | $83,588 | 11 | $77,697 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 28 | $66,120 | 13 | $70,066 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 28 | $58,953 | 35 | $60,505 |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $44,247 | 15 | $45,206 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 96 | $67,210 | 74 | $61,639 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Pacific West Conference |
| Baseball | Independent Far West Region |
| Track | Pacific West Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 46 | 37 | 83 |
| Baseball | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Track | 6 | 4 | 10 |
| Basketball | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| All Other Sports | 16 | 33 | 49 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, General
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Indian/Native American Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Languages, Lit and Linguistics
American Indian/Native American Studies
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Geography
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Japanese Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICINE
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Natural Sciences
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Hawaii At Hilo Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in agricultural science and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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