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The University of Hawaii-West Oahu was established in January, 1976. It is a part of the University of Hawaii system. The campus of UHWO is located in Pearl City, Hawaii.
The University of Hawaii-West Oahu offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in business administration, humanities, social sciences, public administration, elementary education, respiratory care, electronics and networking technology, and culinary management. The academic divisions of UHWO are:
The students of the University of Hawaii-West Oahu publish Kui Na Lima, and The West Press. In addition, the university supports student clubs and organizations like the Associated Students of the University of Hawaii West Oahu, the Business Club, the Hawaiian-Pacific Club, the Psychology Association, and the Gay Straight Alliance.
University Of Hawaii West Oahu is in a large city, in Pearl City, HI. The school is classified as a public college. Students at University Of Hawaii West Oahu earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include business and management, therapy and counseling, and security and law enforcement.
University Of Hawaii West Oahu does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 370 to 500 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 390 and 510.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here University Of Hawaii West Oahu does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at University Of Hawaii West Oahu are higher than most.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 940 students (568 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at University Of Hawaii West Oahu are minorities. Adults changing careers are relatively common at the school.
Degree seekers find University Of Hawaii West Oahu to be more affordable than many of its peers.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Hawaii West Oahu
96-129 Ala Ike
Pearl City, HI 96782-3699
General Phone: (866) 299-8656
http://www.uhwo.hawaii.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 89 | social services, humanities |
| Business and Management | 59 | business management |
| Family and Social Work | 32 | public administration |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Hawaii West Oahu in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 180 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Hawaii West Oahu had a total enrollment of 940 students (568 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 29% |
| Women | 71% |
| Full-Time | 54% |
| Part-Time | 46% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 23% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 71% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 10% |
| 65+ | 1% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Pearl City, 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 | 92 | 64 | 70% | 35 | 55% |
| Men | 37 | 21 | 57% | 10 | 48% |
| Women | 55 | 43 | 78% | 25 | 58% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 370 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 510 |
| SAT Writing | 380 | 520 |
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 77% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 20% |
| 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 | $ 3,706 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,578 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,101 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Hawaii West Oahu participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2107800)
University Of Hawaii West Oahu has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 7 | $87,729 | 6 | $85,092 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $72,457 | 3 | $77,270 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $63,746 | 12 | $67,644 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 23 | $72,775 | 21 | $74,004 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Social Sciences, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Hawaii West Oahu Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force)
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