University of Hawaii Maui College

Non-profit

Private

Regional

The University of Hawaii Maui College is a commuter school within the UH System. The institution focuses on affordable technical-career training, providing online associate and bachelor's degrees through Moodle. Students can prepare to transfer into a baccalaureate completion track by earning an associate of liberal arts. This 60-credit program helps candidates build foundational skills and a lifelong passion for learning. UHMC delivers online bachelor's degrees in social science, nursing, economics, and interdisciplinary studies. Candidates can also enroll in four-year programs for community health and emergency management. Furthermore, the college offers bachelor's degrees in business administration accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. Business students can choose from four concentrations. These options include a hospitality management track that prepares learners to work in Hawaii's lucrative tourism industry. UHMC charges low per-credit tuition prices based on course level. The college provides individualized career guidance and a variety of financial aid opportunities. Award programs including merit scholarships for non-U.S. citizens.

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Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

89% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

81% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

59% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores:
Considered (not required)
High school transcript:
Required
High school rank:
Recommended
Letter of recommendation:
Recommended
High school GPA:
Required
Open admission:
No
Completion of college prep program:
Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL):
Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment: Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes

Credit for qualified life experience*: Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

Learning Environment

Students enrolledOnline student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio

61%

Online student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio

10:1

Student to faculty ratio

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Programs

Doc

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

Education

English Language And Literature/Letters

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

Health Professions And Related Programs

History

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services

Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

Natural Resources And Conservation

Philosophy And Religious Studies

Psychology

Security And Protective Services

Social Sciences

Theology And Religious Vocations

Visual And Performing Arts