Chaminade University of Honolulu (International Program)

A Unique Learning Opportunity

Chaminade University of Honolulu is a 4-year, private, liberal arts university located in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii. Founded in 1955, Chaminade University offers 21 bachelor degree programs and 5 graduate programs. With an undergraduate population of 1,200 students, every student is an important part of the Chaminade classroom and community. Chaminade professors recognize the importance of traditional education mixed with hands-on learning. Subject-based community service is an important component to many classes taught at Chaminade, providing students with practical knowledge while also helping the greater Honolulu community. Students graduating from Chaminade University are prepared for life, service, and successful careers.

Located in Honolulu, HI, Chaminade University is an urban college with access to one of the most diverse cities in the United States. Honolulu is often referred to as the "Cross Roads of the Pacific," a key indicator of the city's distinct mix of American, Asian, and Island identities. Students at Chaminade benefit from this unique location with exposure to a variety of cultural experiences, a dynamic economic climate, and island lifestyle. The Chaminade campus provides a secure oasis outside of the hustle of Honolulu. Located on the hillside overlooking downtown Honolulu and Waikiki, students enjoy a quiet atmosphere with 24-hour security that ensures a safe community on the campus.

Students at Chaminade University enjoy a diverse student body and a close-knit campus community. Students are encouraged to participate in community service, clubs, and intramural activities to enhance their experiences at Chaminade. The university offers over 30 clubs and organizations, ranging from student government to clubs for majors and cultural clubs. The university's residential community is comprised of six residential housing facilities.

Rankings

Chaminade University of Honolulu is ranked as a Top 100 School by the Institute of International Education Open Doors program and "US News" for the Western Region of colleges and universities.

Merit-Scholarships

Chaminade University awards generous merit-based scholarships for all incoming students who display strong academic potential. International high school students with minimum cumulative high school GPAs of 3.00 are awarded high school merit scholarships upon acceptance to the university. International transfer students with minimum cumulative college GPAs of 2.50 are eligible for the university's merit-based Transfer Grant. Scholarship values range from $4,000-$6,000 per year, depending upon each student's incoming status and academic record.

Dedicated Professors

Chaminade University's 12:1 student-to-faculty member ratio provides close interaction between students and their professors. Professors are not only sources of information, but mentors and advisors for students. At Chaminade University, professors will know their students and be available to guide them on college and career choices.

ESL at Chaminade

ESL is offered at Chaminade for students who need further education in English proficiency. Depending on the student's ability in English, up to a full year of ESL preparation may be required. Upon completion of the ESL program, students will be required to complete English placement tests to confirm their ability to complete regular university course work. Students enrolled in Chaminade's ESL program will have opportunities to be part of the Chaminade community while being immersed in intensive English courses; campus housing and activities are available to all ESL students.

Specialty Programs

Students enrolled in the university's professional studies department gain broad understandings of business practices and policies shaping the modern global business climate. Chaminade's program uses core curriculum to study the business systems of global corporations throughout all of its courses. Students will gain understandings of how businesses work across divisions, and will fully experience how the concepts they are studying in the classroom will be used in their professional lives after graduation. The professional studies program also offers a variety of internships and community service programs for students to apply their knowledge to practical business situations. Majors offered in the professional studies program include accounting, business administration, international trade, and integrated marketing communication.

Chaminade's biosciences program is anchored by cutting-edge curriculum in the biology and biochemistry fields. Students will be enrolled in highly developed courses that prepare them for medical school, graduate school, and successful careers in research and bio-tech industries. The university's students can enroll in courses like "Biostatistics," "Instrumental Analysis," "Genomics," and "Neurophysiology." Students also have opportunities to participate in research projects with Chaminade's nationally and internationally recognized faculty.

Nursing at Chaminade University is a 4 year program, where students begin taking nursing classes from day 1. Chaminade's program features state-of-the-art facilities with two 16-bed hospital suites and human simulators for a hands-on learning approach. Students will gain working knowledge of nursing principles even before starting their clinical internships at local hospitals and long-term care facilities. Chaminade nurses are prepared for work in genetics and genomics, diverse health settings, and care for aging communities.

• Biological/life sciences
• Biology/Biological Sciences
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Business/marketing
• Business Administration and Management
  Associate Degree offered for this major. Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Accounting
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Marketing/Marketing Management
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Communication/Journalism
• Mass Communication/Media
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Computer and information sciences
• Computer and Information Sciences
  Associate Degree offered for this major. Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Computer Science
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Education
• Elementary Education
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Early Childhood Education
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• English
• English
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Health professions and related sciences
• Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• History
• History
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Homeland security, law enforcement, firefighting, and protective services
• Forensic Science and Technology
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Interdisciplinary studies
• Behavioral Sciences
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Liberal arts/general studies
• General Studies
  Associate Degree offered for this major.
• Humanities
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Natural resources/environmental science
• Environmental Studies
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Philosophy and religious studies
• Religious Studies
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Psychology
• Psychology
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Social sciences
• Social Sciences
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Criminology
  Associate Degree offered for this major. Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• International Relations and Affairs
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Visual and performing arts
• Interior Design
  Associate Degree offered for this major. Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.

• Acceptance Rate
• Applied1,008
• Accepted908
• Acceptance Rate90%
• Enrolled1,294
• Female Applicants696
• Females Accepted625
• Female Acceptance Rate89%
• Male Applicants312
• Males Accepted283
• Male Acceptance Rate90%
• Applying
• Application Fee$50
• Required for All Essay or personal statement
  Transcript of high school record
  Minimum high school GPA of 2.5
  
• Required for Some Interview
  Letter(s) of recommendation
  Minimum high school GPA of 2.75
  
• Average high school GPA for first-year freshman3.31
• Application Deadlines
• Type Application Closing Notification Date Rolling Admissions
• Fall freshmen Yes
• Out-of-state Fall freshmen Not Reported
• Early decision plan Not Reported
• Other early decision plan Not Reported
• Transfer Yes
• Test Scores Accepted
• Test Average School Accepted 25th Percentile* 75th Percentile*
• SAT Critical Reading 471 420 520
• SAT Math 473 420 520
• SAT Writing 471 410 510
• ACT Composite 20 18 22
• * 25th and 75th percentile is the score that 25/75 percent of students score at or below.

• Tuition
• In-state tuition *$19,200
• Out-of-state tuition *$19,200
• In-district tuitionN/A
• * Tuition costs are based on a full academic year typically extending from September to June.
• Fees
• Full-time student fees$130.00
• Room and board *$11,290.00
• Room only *Not Reported
• * Room and board charges vary according to board plan selected (i.e., 12-meal plan, 19-meal plan, etc.) and student level (freshman, sophomore, etc.)
• Other Payment Considerations
• Guaranteed tuition plan offeredNo
• Tuition pre-payment planNo
• Tuition payment plans offeredInstallments
• Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuitionNot Reported

• Gender
• Total Undergraduate Students1,294
• Male Student Percentage32%
• Female Student Percentage68%
• Ethnicity
• Hispanic/Latino5.72%
• Black or African American3.48%
• White or Caucasian16%
• American Indian or Alaska Native.7%
• Asian26.66%
• Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander14.99%
• Two or more races23.88%
• Unknown6.26%
• Other Student Statistics
• International Breakout2.32% representing 12 other countries
• Out-of-state Students35% out-of-state student

• Housing
• College-owned housing available Yes
• Housing Requirements Not Reported
• Housing options Coed housing , Female-only housing
• Percentage of undergraduate students who live in college-owned housing 32%
• Student Activities
• Student-run campus newspaper Yes
• Drama / theater group Yes
• Student-run radio station No
• Student-run television station No
• Marching band No
• Choral groups Yes
• Student Services
• Legal services No
• Health clinic No
• Personal / psychological counseling Yes
• Women's center No
• Student Organizations
• Greek fraternities No
• Greek sororities No
• Local fraternities No
• Local sororities No
• Other organizations Not Reported
• Most popular organizations Lumana O Samoa (Samoan Club), Kaimi Lalakea (Hawaiian Club), Rotaract, Residence Hall Association, Chaminade Student Government Association
• Campus Security and Safety
• 24-hour emergency telephone / alarm services Yes
• 24-hour patrols by trained officers Yes
• Students patrols Not Reported
• Late-night transport / escort services Yes
• Electronically-operated dormitory entrances Yes
• Other Not Reported

• Men's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Basketball No Division 2 Yes
• Cross-country running No Division 2 Yes
• Golf No Division 2 No
• Softball No No No
• Tennis No Division 2 Yes
• Volleyball No No No
• Water polo No Division 2 Yes
• Women's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Basketball No No No
• Cross-country running No Division 2 Yes
• Golf No Division 2 No
• Softball No Division 2 Yes
• Tennis No Division 2 Yes
• Volleyball No Division 2 Yes
• Water polo No No No

• Faculty Breakout
• Total FacultyNot Reported
• Full-time PercentageNot Reported
• Part-time PercentageNot Reported
• Female PercentageNot Reported
• Male PercentageNot Reported
• Student:Faculty Ratio13:1 or 1,294 students to 98 faculty