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Cheapest Liberal Arts and Sciences Colleges in Hawaii

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Hawaii's Liberal Arts programs show dramatic cost differences, with University of Hawaii-West Oahu charging just $10,666 net while Hawaii Pacific University reaches $30,557. The University of Hawaii system dominates affordable options, taking four of the six spots. Liberal Arts graduates in Hawaii often transition into tourism management, cultural preservation roles, and military contractor positions, industries that value broad communication and analytical skills developed through these interdisciplinary programs.
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Programs
$10,666 – $30,557
Net Price Range
$30,333
Avg. Program Earnings
50.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,666 $7,584 46.8% 96.4%
2 $12,063 $7,838 41.6% 84.2%
3 $13,181 $12,186 62.6% 72.8%
4 $13,884 $6,438 54.4% 34.2%
5 $28,061 $29,970 58.1% 93.4%
6 $30,557 $33,020 41.2% 87.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Hawaii-West Oahu the most affordable option?

The Kapolei campus combines a low net price of $10,666 with the highest graduate earnings at $33,459 among Hawaii's Liberal Arts programs. Its 96.37% acceptance rate makes admission accessible, though the 46.80% graduation rate suggests academic challenges.

How do private universities compare to public options in Hawaii?

Private schools cost significantly more, with Chaminade at $28,061 and Hawaii Pacific at $30,557 net prices. Brigham Young University-Hawaii offers an exception at $13,884, though its 34.21% acceptance rate makes it the most selective program in the state.

Does University of Hawaii at Manoa offer better career outcomes despite higher costs?

Manoa graduates earn $24,615 annually, the lowest among Hawaii programs with available data. However, the flagship campus maintains a 62.60% graduation rate, the highest among public options in the state.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.