Chaminade University of Honolulu Admissions

Chaminade University accepts 93% of applicants, making it an open admission school. This means most students who meet basic requirements will gain entry. The high acceptance rate reflects the university's mission to provide accessible Catholic education in Hawaii. With only 1,648 students enrolled, Chaminade actively recruits to fill its small campus community. The school seeks students who value its Marianist tradition of service and social justice. Given that 73% of students are women and 42% receive Pell grants, Chaminade attracts diverse learners who appreciate its intimate 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The university looks for students ready to engage with its Pacific island setting and Catholic identity.