Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI, USA

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability and Cost

Average Net Price Average net price for full-time, first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates paying the in-state or in-district tuition rate who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. Other sources of grant aid are excluded. Aid awarded anytime during the full aid year is included.

Average net price is generated by subtracting the average amount of federal, state or local government, or institutional grant and scholarship aid from the total cost of attendance. Total cost of attendance is the sum of published tuition and required fees (lower of in-district or in-state), books and supplies and the weighted average room and board and other expenses.
$29,827
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Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$23,993
$30k - $48k
$25,243
$48k - $75k
$28,316
$75k - $110k
$28,983
$110k+
$28,375
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$31,940
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$31,940
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$15,278
Books and Supplies
$1,200
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
62%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
22%
Average Aid Per Year
$17,957
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
22%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,053
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$15,666
Students receiving state aid
0%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1,047
Students receiving federal aid
46%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,053
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$21,619
$30k - $48k
$22,444
$48k - $75k
$18,451
$75k - $110k
$15,211
$110k+
$14,710
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$24,605,736
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$11,888,807

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
59%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,626
Students receiving federal loans
58%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,055
Average Other Loans Per Year
$20,536
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,500
Loan Default Rate
3%
US National: 7%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$226

What Students Are Saying

For a private college, this school comes at a great price. There are a lot of scholarships. The classes are interesting and the professors try hard.
Christina from Dunkirk, MD
The price may seem costly, but that’s what scholarship and Financial Aid is for. As I previously mentioned, professors will ultimately teach and ensure that their students are earning the learning experience and education they are paying for. HPU offers many different scholarships for prospective and current students. Outside scholarships and grants are also very helpful to pay for tuition and other college-related expenses. I think that with scholarships and grants, the education I am paying for at HPU is a fairly reasonable price.
Klaire Marie from Honolulu, HI
I think that the cost for living in the Hawaii Loa Residence Halls is too overpriced. Getting an apartment will save you money for sure!
Barton from Kaneohe, HI
Hawaii Pacific University is a private college, meaning that it is more costly than a public university but the cost is worth it. HPU is technologically updated, having multiple computer labs available. Also the courses you take are taught by professors who are experts in that subject, knowing that you are being taught by the best. HPU is a student orientated campus, they cater to their students. Academically HPU excels but also socially. HPU has a lot of events for the students to enjoy. Also there many services that are available due to the tuition that you pay. Like tutoring, multiple lounges, advising, events and many more.
Aira from Ewa Beach, HI
There are many scholarships provided from this school, which allows your tuition to be at a reasonable price- it may seem like a very costly school, but it's not bad at all once you have scholarships. The shuttle to go from downtown to windward or vice versa is very convenient for those who have classes in both campuses. It's free and comes in about every half an hour.
Geraldine from Waipahu, HI
The tuition is a lot, but you will never have a class over 25 students, and all the teachers are awesome, and they are truly invested in your future.
Katie from Scappoose, OR
sometimes it seems that they are just trying to get your money but usually they give you pretty good deals. many shops and resturants will give discounts to hpu students!
Katie from Kaneohe, HI
I feel this is all based on perspective. The professors are usually available to offer extra help to students so if you have the drive to learn, HPU has the resources to help you do just that. There are also a lot of scholarships offered by the school so you shouldn't have too much trouble easing the cost.
Nick from KahuluiKahului, HI
Overall great location, great teachers, and great environment! There's always people to meet and things to do. Taking a hike or relaxing on the beach offers as some stress relievers.
Katya from Montebello, CA
I don't know firsthand if the experience is worth it, but I've decided to follow through with my choice and do my best to make it work. even if I were to completely fail and have to move back to the mainland, I believe it would be a worthwhile experience. If you want something you've never had, you've gotta do something you've never done! How many people can say they went to college in Hawaii anyways?? As long as you formulate a good plan and execute it, anything is possible.
Ryan from Sheridan, WY