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The University of Hawai'i at Mānoa is a true reflection of Hawai'i. We aim to foster a Hawaiian place of learning and embrace the rich diversity of our community. We challenge the status quo and motivate change through innovative research. We make a difference locally as well as globally. No other institution can refresh your spirit and engage your mind in the same way. We invite you to expand your horizons at our world-class university—right here in Honolulu, Hawai'i.
WELINA MANOA!
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Maluna a'e o nā lāhui a pau ke ola o ke kanaka. Above all nations is humanity.
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In traditional times, Mānoa valley was expertly cared for and cultivated by Native Hawaiians. In return, it provided an abundance of sustenance and protection for its residents. Today, Mānoa continues to furnish the resources that enable our institution to be a thriving land, sea and space grant university. In keeping with the Native Hawaiian manner of reciprocity, these blessings are passed on to you in the form of academic excellence so that you are equipped to take care of yourself, humanity, Hawai'i, and the world.
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Education at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa strengthens you from the inside out, starting with core requirements that provide a solid foundation for the rest of your life. We also help you develop critical thinking skills, guided by social values from the perspective of our Asia-Pacific region and Hawaiian host culture. WHEREVER YOU WANT TO GO, WE CAN HELP YOU GET THERE.
Foundation
These are your basics: written communication, symbolic reasoning and global and multicultural perspectives.
Diversification
These courses broaden your mind by exposing you to the arts, humanities and literature, social and physical sciences.
Focus
Focus requirements are designed to give you the additional skills and knowledge to live and work in diverse communities.
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At the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, students have the opportunity to show skill in Hawaiian or a foreign language up to the 202 level.
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A leader in international business: The U.S News & World Report released its 2016 edition of “Best Colleges,” ranking the international business focus at Shidler College of Business 15th on its list of top international business programs.
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When commitment fuels curiosity, the results are amazing. At the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, we give you the tools to follow your dream with a choice of 100 different majors, 85 graduate majors, 53 doctoral degrees, and 5 first professional degrees.
Dedicated to our cultural heritage: Hawai‘inuiākea School of Hawaiian Knowledge is the only one of its kind in the world. The school is a place where both Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian students can come to learn from the vast expanse and depth of Hawaiian ancestral knowledge and apply it to the advancement and support of Hawai‘i and its people.
WE DON’T JUST EDUCATE—WE HELP YOU MAKE HISTORY.
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A tradition of d eveloping the na tion’s top students : The to p electrical engine er ing student in the coun try hailed from UH Mānoa four of the last fift een years, selected by the Institute of Elec trical and Electron ic s Engineers Eta Kapp a Nu.
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At the top of East Asian Studies: The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures is the largest department of its kind in the nation, offering an unparalleled curriculum in Chinese, Japanese and Korean languages and literature.
college of tropical agricultu re and hum an resources Leader of the pa ck : The College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resour ces ranked in the top te n for pre-veterina ri an programs in the co untry.
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A World-Class Botanical Garden: UH Mānoa's Lyon Arboretum is the only research facility in the U.S. located in a tropical rainforest and is home to over 5,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants.
The art of hospitality: UH Mānoa's School of Travel Industry Management set the college standard by integrating all aspects of hospitality, tourism, and transportation management into a single discipline. Less than a mile from Waikīkī, students are able to learn in a living laboratory.
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Groundbreaking Space Exploration: At the Institute for Astronomy, discoveries are ongoing. UH Mānoa recently helped discover a new planet, Kepler-453 b, that orbits two suns.
SCHOOL OF OCEAN & EARTH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
At the forefront of microbial research: Our School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology ranked in the Top 1% (17 of 4,000) of universities in Geosciences performance. The underwater volcano, Lō'ihi? We go there, too.
School of nursing and dental hygiene State-of-the-Art Simulation: UH Mānoa's Nursing Simulation Center teaches students to react to real situations—without real risk. Launched in 2012, this simulation center is regarded as one the most advanced, cutting-edge teaching facilities of its kind in the nation.
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Set amidst the lush slopes of Mānoa valley, spectacular views of Diamond Head, and the blue waters of iconic Waikīkī beach, you'll be calling paradise your home. Our campus location in Honolulu, O'ahu blends both worlds of urban city living and island style culture.
Say Aloha to Hale Aloha
The Hale Aloha Complex, comprised of four towers, provides unique island living for our incoming freshman. ‘Ilima, Lehua, Lokelani and Mokihana are named after the official flowers of the four most populous islands.
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Residence halls and suite-style apartments are available for transfer students and upperclassman.
Living Mānoa Green
Frear Hall was the first building on the Mānoa campus to attain LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) silver certification. LEED certified buildings save money and resources, while positively impacting the health of occupants and promoting renewable, clean energy.
Learning Communities
In our residential learning programs, students with similar majors and academic interests can live on the same floor. We believe these learning communities can help you develop long lasting connections while also focusing on your academic aspirations.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT MANOA.HAWAII.EDU/HOUSING.
"I like UH Mānoa because the weather is amazing and the curriculum is very rewarding."
"The faculty, staff, and friends that I've met provided me the encouragement and support I needed to complete my degree. " ERROL LEE
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“A lot of the classes you will take here are taught by professors who have done the research in their field which exemplifies why one should choose UH Mānoa.” JUSTIN THAYER GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES EUREKA, CA
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"The most impactful parts of my two months in France did not come from the places I visited, but from the people I met." CALEB PEICH MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PEARL CITY, HI
"I love being a positive representative of our state and our school." LINDSEY WABS PSYCHOLOGY KUNIA, HI
"Who would pass up an opportunity to learn in paradise?" JOANNE FRANKE-KUHN ALUMNI, PSYCHOLOGY/PRE-MED BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
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The Aloha Bash is just one of many traditions that take place in and around campus. Every April, more than 4,000 students come together to celebrate the end of the academic year. It's a full evening of entertainment and live music performances with the likes of Kolohe Kai, The Green, and Katchafire - just to name a few crowd favorites.
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Rainbow Warrior
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Athletics is a huge part of life at the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa. Cheer on our Rainbow Wahine volleyball or join Mānoa Maniacs and get free access to all UH games, including Warrior Football at Aloha Stadium.
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Men’ s Division 1 Sports Baseball Basketball Football Golf Swimming & Diving Tennis Volleyball
Co-ed Sports Cheerleading Sailing
Women’ s Division 1 Sports Basketball Cross Country Golf Sailing Beach Volleyball Soccer Softball Swimming & Diving Tennis Track & Field Volleyball Water Polo
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT HAWAIIATHLETICS.COM
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Join a community service project. Delve deeper into areas of study. We have more than 200 Registered Independent Organizations (RIOs) on campus where you can have fun and make a difference. If you don’t see a group that shares your interests, we’ll help you create one. Chartered Student Organizations (CSOs) Your student fees support five important organizations that serve UHM students and our UHM community. • Associated Students of the University of Hawai'i (ASUH) • Campus Center Board (CCB) • Graduate Student Organization (GSO) • Student Media Board (SMB) • Student Activity and Program Fee Board (SAPFB)
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT MANOA.HAWAII.EDU/STUDENTLIFE/STUDENTORG/CSO.PHP
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UH MEDIA
There’s always something exciting going on and these three creative entitie s are in the know. KTUH Stream Hawai'i’s only rea l alternative radio. KTUH.ORG KA LEO HAWAI'I Share stories in our studen t paper and bi-monthly literary magazine. KALEO.ORG UH PRODUCTIONS Gain video production ski lls and make a difference . UHPRO.ORG
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Go farther with the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Study Abroad Center. Summer, semester, and year-long programs are offered in Asia, Australia, Europe, and South America. Create your own independent, self-designed study abroad program almost anywhere in the world.
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Gain the experience of attending a U.S. college—as a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa student. Choose from over 200 public universities, with tuition ranging from the cost of UH Mānoa or to the resident tuition of the host institution. Exchanges are for one or two semesters, usually starting in the Fall.
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Mﾄ］oa International Exchange enables UH Mﾄ］oa undergraduate and graduate students to go abroad and experience other cultures in safe and supportive environments. Likewise, international students can immerse themselves in the cultural and academic community of our campus in Hawai'i.
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At Manoa, you can see the world, broaden your perspective and develop a deeper understanding of other cultures.
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"Living in Hawai'i has been the best experience of my life. It's a really unique place where you are able to do different things every day, experience different cultures and different foods. It's a fantastic place to learn and really grow."
ALEX SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA | INT'L BUSINESS '16
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Uniquely
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We consider it a true blessing to call the islands home. Those who are able to live here, fall in love with each day they encounter.
Best Place for Lifelong Health and Longevity Time Magazine Happiest Places to Work Forbes Magazine Healthiest Cities in America: The Ultimate Happy Place Prevention Magazine
One of the most unique experiences of living in Hawai'i and being a student at Mﾄ］oa is the cultural tradition of receiving lei at graduation. Rooted firmly in Hawaiian culture, it is a customary gesture to honor others at special occasions with lei.
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The plate lunch is the quintessential local meal usually consisting of two scoops of rice, macaroni salad, and an entrﾃｩe. A plate lunch with more than one entrﾃｩe is called a mixed plate.
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Hawai'i is the most racially integrated state in the U.S. and no racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority. Diversity is often celebrated in community events, festivals, and cultural productions. PHOTO: CYASUTOMI
Investing in your
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Financial Aid
Financial Aid can come in the form of: • Grants • Loans • Work Study • Scholarships Visit the Financial Aid Services website for more information on how to apply and access scholarships.
The education you've been hoping for is within reach. The University of Hawai'i at Manoa has financial aid and scholarship opportunities for incoming freshman (or first-year) and transfer students.
Scholarships
The University of Hawai`i at Mānoa has many scholarship opportunities for incoming freshman and transfer students. Over $4 million was awarded last year to 1,928 UHM students. hawaii.edu/fas/info/scholarships.php
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CLARENCE T.C. CHING FIELD
Total Investment 2016-2017: TUITION UNIVERSITY FEES BOOKS & SUPPLIES ROOM & BOARD PERSONAL EXPENSES
RESIDENT
WUE*
NON-RESIDENT**
$10,872 $800 $1,300 $10,500 $2,500
$16,308 $800 $1,300 $10,500 $2,500
$32,904 $800 $1,300 $10,500 $2,500
Total $25,972 $31,408 $48,004 *The Western Undergraduate Exchange program is for qualified first undergraduate degree seeking students who have legal residency in AK, AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, ND NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY, or CNMI and any select undergraduate major except for Dental Hygiene and Nursing. **Non-resident students with documented Native Hawaiian ancestry receive the Hawai'i resident equivalent rate.
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‘O ke kahua ma mua, ma hope ke kūkulu.
“First is the foundation, and later is the building. Learn all that you will, then practice wisdom.”
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The University of Hawai‘i at MÄ noa is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. A special mahalo to University Athletics, The Chancellor's Office, Jose Magno, Colby Hansen, and Clifton Yasutomi for their image contributions.