Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 72.8%
- Average SAT
- 1,180
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,070–1,290
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 21
- Total Enrollment
- 14,306
Admissions Overview
University of Hawaii at Manoa is less selective with a 72.77% acceptance rate. This means roughly three out of four applicants get admitted, making it accessible to most students with decent academic records. The middle 50% of students score between 1070-1290 on the SAT, with an average of 1180. Students don't need perfect grades to get in, but should demonstrate solid academic preparation. The university seeks students interested in Pacific Rim cultures, environmental sciences, and research opportunities. Given its strength in oceanography and astronomy, applicants with interests in STEM fields or Pacific studies will find particularly good fits here.