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University of Hawaii at Manoa (UH at Manoa)
200 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI
The University of Hawaii at Manoa (UH Manoa), the flagship campus of the University of Hawaii System, has much to offer. It boasts excellent and unique research opportunities in Hawaii, high-ranking academic programs, a diverse and multicultural community, and a beautiful setting in an exotic landscape. Located in the Manoa Valley outside of Honolulu on the island of Oahu, the university is situated on 320 acres.
The University of Hawaii at Manoa has nine colleges and schools, offering bachelor's degrees in 92 fields, master's degrees in 84 fields, and doctoral degrees in 51 fields. The university also offers professional degrees in three fields.
UH Manoa is a land, sea and space grant research institution, and ranks in the top 30 public universities for federal research funding in engineering and science. It is known for its pioneering research in oceanography, Pacific Islands and Asian Area studies, linguistics, astronomy, cancer and genetics. Several of UH Manoa's professors are members of the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the National Institute of Medicine.
U.S. News & World Report has awarded high rankings to UH Manoa's medicine programs and law school, among honors for many of its other academic programs.
History
In 1907, the University of Hawaii at Manoa was founded as a land grant college of agriculture and mechanical arts. The college was named "College of Hawai'i" in 1912, when it moved its campus from Honolulu to the Manoa Valley. The school was renamed the "University of Hawai'i" in 1920.
The university continued to expand its curricula over the years, adding several new colleges and schools through the 1930s. As of December 1941, World War II had arrived, and classes were suspended for two months. WWII affected many UH students of Japanese ancestry, leading to the formation of volunteer student groups.
The University of Hawaii continued to expand after the war, and in 1972, changed its name to "University of Hawaii at Manoa" to distinguish it from the other campuses in the University of Hawaii System.
Academics
The academic calendar for the University of Hawaii at Manoa follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters. The summer semester is divided into two shorter sessions.
Colleges and Schools
- College of Arts & Humanities
- College of Language, Linguistics & Literature
- College of Natural Sciences
- College of Social Sciences
- College of Business
- College of Education
- College of Engineering
- College of Tropical Agriculture & Human Resources
- Outreach College
- School of Architecture
- School of Hawaiian Knowledge
- School of Law
- School of Medicine
- School of Nursing & Dental Hygiene
- School of Ocean & Earth Science & Technology
- School of Pacific & Asian Studies
- School of Social Work
- School of Travel Industry Management
Student Life
More than 200 student clubs and organizations are available for involvement at University of Hawaii at Manoa, including teams for seven different intramural sports.
In addition to student groups, there are many extracurricular activities and events available on and off campus, covering recreational, cultural, religious, health, fitness and educational interests. Recitals, concerts, cookouts and seasonal celebrations round out the activities calendar at UH Manoa.
On campus housing options are available, and there are many options for on campus dining.
Internships are available on and off campus, as well as paid employment opportunities and study abroad programs. Students are encouraged to visit the Student Life & Development office for more information about the range of groups, events and activities that are available for participation.
Some of the many excellent student services at UH Manoa include health and wellness services, a fitness center, parent and family resources and orientations, campus safety and security, counseling, a career center, first-year student programs, international student services, and many more.
Traditions
The University of Hawaii at Manoa is home to the "Rainbow Warriors." The athletic teams are nicknamed the UH "Warriors" or the UH Manoa "Rainbow Warriors. The traditional colors for UH Manoa are dark green and white, with black as an accent color.
Athletics
The UH Manoa "Rainbow Warriors" athletic teams compete in 20 men's and women's intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
The UH Manoa Athletic Division also runs several athletic camps and a cheerleading clinic.
Satellite Campuses
There is one primary campus for the University of Hawaii at Manoa in Manoa Valley on the island of Oahu.
Community Life
The largest city in the state of Hawaii, Honolulu is home to the State Capitol. This "sheltered harbor" is the major center for the Hawaiian Islands, and is considered one of America's safest cities. Honolulu has a royal palace, tropical climate, lush landscape, and a friendly, "aloha" community. Honolulu and the surrounding areas, including the Manoa Valley, offer many things to see and do. Some local landmarks and sights include the Aloha Stadium, many State Parks, Honolulu Botanical Gardens, Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, the Blaisdell Center, Hawaii International Film Festival, the opera, theater, many art museums, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates UH at Manoa accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of Hawaii at Manoa is around 18,000 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 12% enrolling as graduate students and 73% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,700. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $70 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $11,000-$14,000
- Out-of-State: $33,000-$40,000
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $470-$570 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $1,400-$1,700 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 82% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 70% | $7,399 |
Receiving Student Loans | 37% | $7,149 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of Hawaii at Manoa may offer student services including:- Online course work available
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Dietetics Program
- English Language Program
- Law Program
- Medical (M.D.) Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Hawaii at Manoa is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big West Conference)
- Basketball (Big West Conference)
- Track and Field (Big West Conference)
- Football (Mountain West Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Beach Volleyball
- Sailing
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Hawaii at Manoa by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, M)
- Food Science (M)
Architecture
- Urban Planning (D, M)
- Architecture (D)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Marine Biology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Molecular Biology (B, D, M)
- Microbiology (B, D)
- Biotechnology (B)
- Botany (B, D, M)
- Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology (D, M)
- Zoology (D, M)
- Biomedical Science (D, M)
- Entomology (D)
- Epidemiology (D)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Business Administration (B, D, M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Tourism and Travel Services Management (B, M)
- Information Systems (B)
- International Business (B)
- Human Resources (B)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
Communication Technology
- Animation (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, M)
Education
- Secondary Education (B, C)
- Elementary Education (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- Special Education (B, C, M)
- ESL (B, D, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Education (D)
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Native American Studies (B, M)
- Women's Studies (B)
- Asian Studies (B, M)
- Ethnic and Cultural Minority Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Japanese Language and Literature (B, D, M)
- Chinese Language and Literature (B, D, M)
- French Language and Literature (B, M)
- Linguistics (D, M)
- Spanish Language and Literature (B, M)
- German Language and Literature (B)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, D, M)
- Medicine (D)
- Public Health (B, D, M)
- Dental Hygienist (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Nursing Science (D)
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Nutrition (B, M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
- Religious Studies (B, M)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, D, M)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, D, M)
- Geography (B, D, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, D, M)
- Dance (B, M)
- Music (B, D, M)
- Art History
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001610
- Phone: (808) 932-7446
- School Homepage