Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 998 and 1200 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 25
Popular programs at Hawaii Pacific University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 114 | |
| 2 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 80 | |
| 3 | Psychology, General. | 36 | |
| 4 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 34 | |
| 5 | Biology, General. | 25 | |
| 6 | Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | 25 | |
| 7 | Computer Science. | 23 | |
| 8 | Human Resources Management and Services. | 19 | |
| 9 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 16 | |
| 10 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 15 | |
| 11 | Communication and Media Studies. | 15 | |
| 12 | International/Globalization Studies. | 14 | |
| 13 | History. | 14 | |
| 14 | Public Administration. | 13 | |
| 15 | Social Work. | 10 | |
| 16 | Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | 9 | |
| 17 | Public Health. | 8 | |
| 18 | Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | 5 | |
| 19 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 4 | |
| 20 | Political Science and Government. | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hawaii Pacific University?
Hawaii Pacific University has an acceptance rate of 86% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Hawaii Pacific University?
Admitted students at Hawaii Pacific University typically score between 998 and 1200 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Hawaii Pacific University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Hawaii Pacific University is approximately $29,657 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Hawaii Pacific University?
4-year graduation rate data for Hawaii Pacific University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
