About Institution

Located in a small town on the island of Hawai’i, the University of Hawai’i at Hilo was recently named the most diverse four-year university in the United States and offers students a safe environment to focus on academics while making friends with other students from Hawai’i, the United States, and all over the world.

Many of UH Hilo’s academic programs utilize the island of Hawai‘i as an island laboratory. The island has an active volcano, a tropical rainforest, and the premiere spot in the world for astronomy atop 4000 meter-high mountain Mauna Kea.

Students are encouraged to collaborate with their professors on research projects giving our graduates a great advantage in employment or graduate school. Whether our students are restoring native forests, improving the health of our local community, or designing safe landing for the first manned mission to Mars, our students engage in exciting academic research opportunities that few other universities can offer.

Students also take advantage of internships with local businesses and organizations, enjoy small class sizes, and travel on exchange programs that allow them to explore the world.

As a public university, the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo offers a rigorous and engaging curriculum at an affordable tuition rate. The admission requirements are moderately selective, allowing above-average students the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a small school experience.

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