Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Hawaii including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Hawaii at Manoa | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,323) | ✔ ($5,994) |
| 2 | University of Hawaii at Hilo | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (724) | ✔ ($5,726) |
| 3 | Chaminade University of Honolulu | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (296) | ✔ ($7,320) |
| 4 | Pacific Rim Christian University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ (35) | ✔ |
| 5 | Hawaii Pacific University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (807) | ✔ |
| 6 | Argosy University-Hawaii | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 03/08/2019) | ||||||
| 7 | University of Phoenix-Hawaii | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Hawaii including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Hawaii at Manoa | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library | ||
| 2 | University of Hawaii at Hilo | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 3 | Chaminade University of Honolulu | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 4 | Pacific Rim Christian University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 5 | Hawaii Pacific University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
| 6 | Argosy University-Hawaii | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 03/08/2019) | ||||||
| 7 | University of Phoenix-Hawaii | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library | ||
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Hawaii. Among 7 best schools in Hawaii, 4 schools are NAA members, and 4 schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Hawaii at Manoa | NAA, NCAA | Mountain West Conference | Big West Conference | Big West Conference | 13 athletic programs |
| 2 | University of Hawaii at Hilo | NAA, NCAA | - | 8 athletic programs | ||
| 3 | Chaminade University of Honolulu | NAA, NCAA | - | - | 7 athletic programs | |
| 4 | Pacific Rim Christian University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 5 | Hawaii Pacific University | NAA, NCAA | - | 9 athletic programs | ||
| 6 | Argosy University-Hawaii | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 03/08/2019) | ||||
| 7 | University of Phoenix-Hawaii | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Hawaii including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Hawaii at Manoa | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ||
| 2 | University of Hawaii at Hilo | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 3 | Chaminade University of Honolulu | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 4 | Pacific Rim Christian University | Other Protestant | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 5 | Hawaii Pacific University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
| 6 | Argosy University-Hawaii | no longer opens and does not accept applicants (Closed: 03/08/2019) | ||||||
| 7 | University of Phoenix-Hawaii | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ||
Top Colleges By Subject
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- Expensive Colleges (Highest Tuition & Fees)
- Inexpensive Colleges (Lowest Tuition & Fees)
- Colleges with Most Students
- Colleges with Least Students
- Colleges with Most Online Students
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- Colleges with Highest Graduation Rates
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- Low Student to Faculty Ratio
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs