University of Hawaii-West Oahu
Kapolei, Hawaii
The University of Hawaii-West Oahu is a public institution in Kapolei, Hawaii recognized by Abound as one of its Best Online Colleges. The school serves a significant population of adult learners, with more than 1,100 undergraduates over the age of 25, and offers online coursework designed to support students balancing education with work and other responsibilities.
Overview
School Type
Website: westoahu.hawaii.edu
Accessibility
- Distance education:Yes
- Online degrees:Yes
- Career services:Yes
- Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
- Credit for life experiences:Yes
- On-Campus day care:No
Demographics
Part-time students
1,078 undergrads
- Full-time undergrad students:1,432
- Undergrad students over 25 years old:1,107
- Pell Grant students:864
- Online and distance education undergrad students:1,299
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Part-time students43%
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Students over 25 years old39%
Cost
In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$306
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$11,881
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Online & Distance Programs
Bachelor's degrees offered
- Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services(1)
- Education(1)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)
- Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions(1)
- Social Sciences(1)
- Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(1)
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Outcomes
- Retention rate for part-time students:46%
- Graduation rate for part-time students:15%
Military & Veteran
Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
244 students
- Credit for military training:Yes
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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