University of Hawaii at Hilo
Admissions
Interested in attending University of Hawaii at Hilo?
On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into University of Hawaii at Hilo, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.
Admission Rates
Is it difficult to get into University of Hawaii at Hilo?
Using the most up-to-date data on record, UH Hilo accepted 71% of applicants. We classify this as less selective.
In the most recent year, 1,679 people applied and 1,231 were accepted.
Applied/Accepted
Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 3 years at University of Hawaii at Hilo:
Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.
Of those accepted, 29% ended up enrolling at University of Hawaii at Hilo, making their yield rate Medium. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.
Application Factors
You can increase your chances of getting into University of Hawaii at Hilo by looking at what the school considers during the application process.
Here are the things UH Hilo considers:
Very Important
- Academic GPA
- Rigor of Secondary School Record
Important
- Class Rank
- Level of Applicant's Interest
- Standardized Test Scores
Considered
- Extracurricular Activities
- Geographical Residence
- Recommendation(s)
- State Residency
- Talent/Ability
Not Considered
- Alumni/AE Relation
- Application Essay
- Character/Personal Qualities
- Interview
- Religious Affiliation/Commitment
- Volunteer Work
- Work Experience
Grades & Testing
Do you have the grades and test scores to get into University of Hawaii at Hilo?
Grades
23% of freshmen who attended UH Hilo were in the top 10% of their graduating high school class, and 53% were in the top 25% of their graduating high school class.
UH Hilo is Test Optional. This means scores are considered if they are submitted, but applicants do not need to submit scores.
Applicants submitting SAT Scores
Applicants submitting ACT Scores
SAT Math Scores
SAT Verb Scores
SAT Composite Scores
Application Deadlines
These are the deadlines for applying to University of Hawaii at Hilo. Application deadlines are subject to change, so please verify all deadlines with the school.
Regular Admissions
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