University of Hawaii-West Oahu

It is not difficult to get into University of Hawaii-West Oahu. Around 96% of applicants get into University of Hawaii-West Oahu each year. Out of 909 applications received in 2023, 876 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to University of Hawaii-West Oahu, the regular decision application deadline is July 1 and the fee for the application is $50.

Students who submit their applications to University of Hawaii-West Oahu for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by December 15.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Hawaii-West Oahu's admissions stats.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	17%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	9%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	45%
Waitlist	No

University of Hawaii-West Oahu Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Hawaii-West Oahu.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	7 1	December 15

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Applying Early to University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

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University of Hawaii-West Oahu does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Hawaii-West Oahu Admissions

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How To Get Into University of Hawaii-West Oahu

UH West Oahu is a not difficult school to get into. UH West Oahu evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, UH West Oahu accepted 96% of students, around 876 of the 909 students who applied.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like UH West Oahu, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Hawaii-West Oahu

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Hawaii-West Oahu

University of Hawaii-West Oahu has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Hawaii-West Oahu

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Hawaii-West Oahu during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Hawaii-West Oahu for more information on admission factors.

University of Hawaii-West Oahu 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Hawaii-West Oahu, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Hawaii-West Oahu's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	1	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	√	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

Students admitted to University of Hawaii-West Oahu have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 64% submitted a class rank. At University of Hawaii-West Oahu 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Hawaii-West Oahu, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	13%
3.75 and 3.99	20%
3.50 and 3.74	17%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	20%
2.00 and 2.49	3%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Hawaii-West Oahu directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Hawaii-West Oahu is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 9% of University of Hawaii-West Oahu's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 45% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Hawaii-West Oahu students scored 560 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Hawaii-West Oahu students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Hawaii-West Oahu, you should strive to earn between 16 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Hawaii-West Oahu's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Hawaii-West Oahu students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

More Information on Transferring to University of Hawaii-West Oahu

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Hawaii-West Oahu.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Applicants should hear back by December 15.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Hawaii-West Oahu during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Hawaii-West Oahu Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

❌ Students who are admitted to University of Hawaii-West Oahu must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does University of Hawaii-West Oahu accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Hawaii-West Oahu accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

✅ University of Hawaii-West Oahu is not test optional.

What is University of Hawaii-West Oahu's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Hawaii-West Oahu's acceptance rate is 96%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

❌ University of Hawaii-West Oahu does not offer early decision.

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