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Brigham Young University-Hawaii

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world rank  2558

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Overview

Founded in 1955, the Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium town of Laie (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Hawaii. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Brigham Young University-Hawaii (BYU-Hawaii) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Restorationist religion. Brigham Young University-Hawaii (BYU-Hawaii) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 69-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BYU-Hawaii also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Brigham Young University-Hawaii' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym BYU-Hawaii
Founded 1955
Motto Enter to learn, go forth to serve
Colours Crimson and gold
Mascot Seasiders
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University Location

Address 55-220 Kulanui Street
Laie
96762-1294 Hawaii
United States
Brigham Young University-Hawaii's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Brigham Young University-Hawaii Phone Number (808) 675 3211
Brigham Young University-Hawaii Fax Number (808) 293 3329
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Brigham Young University-Hawaii is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Brigham Young University-Hawaii's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Brigham Young University-Hawaii categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Brigham Young University-Hawaii.



Brigham Young University-Hawaii: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) Not reported
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Admission Office Admission Office

55-220 Kulanui Street, #1973
Laie 96762-1294
(808) 293 3738


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Brigham Young University-Hawaii is Christian-Restorationist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Restorationist. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - www.lds.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Library University Library

Yes Visit Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Library
Brigham Young University-Hawaii's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 163,211 physical volumes, 4,536 physical media, 592,530 digital/electronic media and 484 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 53 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Brigham Young University-Hawaii's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Brigham Young University-Hawaii provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,070 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Brigham Young University-Hawaii is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1959


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Brigham Young University-Hawaii's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Teacher Education Accreditation Council


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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