Hawaii Pacific University (HPU) is a private, nonprofit university founded in 1965 and located in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii. Consistently ranked among the most internationally diverse universities in the United States, HPU draws students from more than 100 countries worldwide, creating a uniquely global campus community. The university offers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs through its colleges of business, health and society, liberal arts, and ocean and earth science and technology. HPU's urban Honolulu campus sits adjacent to the thriving downtown business district, while its oceanfront Hawaii Loa campus in Kaneohe provides access to marine science and outdoor recreation. This dual-campus model gives students the best of city life and natural environment. HPU is especially well known for its marine biology, oceanography, nursing, business, and international studies programs, all benefiting from Hawaii's unique geographic and cultural position as a Pacific crossroads. The university's diverse student body, international faculty, and location at the nexus of East and West make HPU an exceptional choice for students seeking a truly global education.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$36534
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $34,392
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
