Chaminade University of Honolulu
About Chaminade University of Honolulu
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Chaminade University of Honolulu is a private university in Honolulu, HI. It has a 93.4% acceptance rate and a 66.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,505 students.
Founded
1955
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Students
2,550
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
91.4%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
55.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$30,874
Per year
Avg Net Price
$28,856
After financial aid
SAT Average
1060
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$52,343
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
Dec 1
Regular
May 15
Chaminade University of Honolulu accepts the majority of applicants at 91.4%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1060/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
55.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70.4%
4-Year Grad
48%
6-Year Grad
65%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98.1%
$/Student
$12.0K
Class Size
Medium
While 48% finish in 4 years, 70.4% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$30,874
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,500
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$45,798
After Financial Aid
$28,856
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$31,589
Receive Grants
41.3%
Take Loans
37.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $45,798/yr, including $17,500 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $28,856.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Chaminade University of Honolulu fund their education.
While in School
41.3%
Get Grants
Free money
37.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,931
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$246/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 37.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $23,250. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Chaminade University of Honolulu.
Gender
71%
Female
29%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,672
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
878
Graduates
42.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
27.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 71% of the student body. 42.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,672
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Chaminade University of Honolulu fields 9 varsity teams with 219 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Pacific West
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
219
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
101
Men
118
Women
5
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Chaminade University of Honoluluearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$52,343
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
92 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$31K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$51K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$29K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
—
20 grads
Graduates earn about $49K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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