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About Brigham Young University-Hawaii

latter day saint affiliatedsmall faith communityselective admissionsdiverse international student body

Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a private liberal arts college in Laie, HI, known for its latter day saint affiliated, small faith community, and selective admissions. With an acceptance rate of 34%, Brigham Young University is selective, typically enrolling around 340 students each year. Admitted students typically score between 1023–1236 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT. Brigham Young University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $5,746 per year; the sticker price of $21,867 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Brigham Young University-Hawaii acceptance rate and admitted student profile

selective

34%
Overall Accept Rate
1130
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1023 – 1236

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Brigham Young University-Hawaii

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Essay Strategy
BYU Hawaii is operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and expects applicants to articulate how their faith, values, and commitment to the Church's mission align with the university's purpose of building a community of disciples. Be explicit and sincere in connecting your personal beliefs to why you want to attend this specific campus.
Application Strategy
BYU Hawaii requires an ecclesiastical endorsement from your bishop or branch president, and this carries significant weight in your admission review, so meet with your leader early and give them plenty of time to submit it before the deadline.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Brigham Young University-Hawaii actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$22k/yr$11.6k
30k-48k~$22k/yr$21.3k
48k-75k~$22k/yr$16.0k
75k-110k~$22k/yr$17.2k
110k+~$22k/yr$22.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

54%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$39k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,388
Undergrad Enrollment
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