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Hawai‘i Pacific University

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Hawai‘i Pacific University

By the Numbers ▪ Student: Faculty Ratio:

15:1

▪ Average Class Size:

<25

▪ Number of Teaching Assistants: 0

▪ Number of States

Represented by Student Body: 50

▪ Number of Countries

Represented by Student Body: 100+

▪ Average Time to Graduation: 4 years

▪ Graduates with Jobs before Graduation: >50%

In fact, it’s like nothing else you’ll encounter during your college search.

Sure, the setting is sea and sand…it’s also...a learning laboratory, an urban adventure, and a habitat for

studying, befriending, experiencing.

It’s small classes, with caring, dedicated professors and fellow students who truly live the spirit of aloha.

It’s a worldwide perspective discovered in an international hub of trade, culture, and innovation.

It’s where urban meets mountains… classroom learning meets real-life global experiences…

students from 100+ countries meet each other… and you discover yourself.

The learning opportunity of a lifetime.

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It’s . . . Hawai‘i Pacific University.

U.S. News & World Report

describes HPU as one of

“America’s Best Colleges”

and highlights our diversity

in its “Most International

Students” category.

An educAtion As unique As you

AcAdemic quAlity

For more information on HPU faculty and their accomplishments, head to www.hpu.edu/faculty.

A Formula for Excellence

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At Hawai‘i Pacific University, you’ll gain an

excellent education built on four fundamentals:

▪ A holistic, rigorous curriculum that combines

a liberal arts foundation with future-focused

preparation for success in your first career…and

every step after that

▪ Talented, dedicated professors who

learn, work, and research at the edge of

their profession, bringing experience and

the latest knowledge to every classroom

▪ Hands-on opportunities for research and

real-world opportunities that give you a

tantalizing taste of your future

▪ Personal attention through small classes, a

low student:faculty ratio, no teaching assistants,

and faculty members who will become friends

and mentors

Undergraduate Degrees and Programs ▪ Accounting

▪ Advertising/Public Relations - Strategic Creative - Strategic Planning/ Account Management

▪ Anthropology

▪ Asian Studies

▪ Biochemistry

▪ Biology - General Biology - Health and Human Sciences

▪ Business

▪ Business Economics

▪ Chemistry

▪ Communication

▪ Computer Information Systems

▪ Computer Science

▪ Diplomacy and Military Studies

▪ Economics

▪ Education - Elementary Education - 4+1 Secondary Education

▪ English

▪ Entrepreneurial Studies

▪ Environmental Science

▪ Environmental Studies

▪ Finance

▪ Health Science

▪ History

▪ Human Resource Development

▪ Human Resource Management

▪ Humanities

▪ International Business

▪ International Relations

▪ International Studies

▪ Journalism

▪ Justice Administration

▪ Management

▪ Marine Biology

▪ Marketing

▪ Mathematics - Applied Mathematics - Mathematics Education - Pure Math - 3-2 Engineering

▪ Multimedia - Cinematic Production - Integrated Multimedia

▪ Nursing

▪ Oceanography

▪ Political Science

▪ Pre-Chiropractic

▪ Pre-Law Program

▪ Pre-Medical Studies Program

▪ Pre-Physical Therapy

▪ Psychology

▪ Public Administration

▪ Social Science

▪ Social Work

▪ Sociology

▪ Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

▪ Travel Industry Management

Graduate Programs ▪ Master of Arts

in Communication

▪ Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Military Studies

▪ Master of Arts in Global Leadership and Sustainable Development

▪ Master of Arts in Human Resource Management

▪ Master of Arts in Organizational Change

▪ Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

▪ Master of Business Administration

▪ Master of Education in Elementary Education

▪ Master of Education in Secondary Education

▪ Master of Science in Information Systems

▪ Master of Science in Marine Science

▪ Master of Science in Nursing

▪ Master of Social Work

m A j o r s

If you already know your major, you’ll probably find it in the list below. Still trying to figure out which one to pursue? HPU’s thought-provoking

core curriculum will prepare you for just about anything, and our academic advisors and the Career Services Center offer guidance and plenty of

opportunities to explore your future.

For details, visit

www.hpu.edu/majors

Double upHPU’s Concurrent

Programs allow you to

get a head start on your

master’s degree while still

an undergraduate, saving

time and tuition.

Concurrent Programs ▪ Master of Arts in

Communication (MACOM)

▪ Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Military Studies (MADMS)

▪ Master of Arts in Human Resource Management (MAHRM)

▪ Master of Arts in Organizational Change (MAOC)

▪ Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MATESOL)

▪ Master of Business Administration (MBA)

▪ Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

Learn more at www.hpu.edu/concurrent

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Get BusyAt HPU, we believe in learning by doing — so you’ll find plenty of internships, co-ops,

and research projects locally and globally to get your hands busy. Like developing

marketing strategies and materials for the U.S. Tennis Association, crunching numbers

for the World Bank, or designing a website for an international real estate consulting

firm. Or even conducting research at the Oceanic Institute or on the deck of our

HPU-owned vessel, Kaholo. And because we’re located in Honolulu — the hub of

Pacific trade and commerce — the opportunities are nearly endless.

leArn by doing At Home and All Over the World

Your HPU Student BodyAt HPU,

our student

body is made

up of almost

equal portions

of Hawai‘i,

mainland, and

international

students.

You study for a class taught

by an Australian…with friends

from Sweden, Indonesia,

and Italy…while sitting at

an open-air café on Fort Street

Mall in downtown Honolulu,

surrounded by smells and

flavors from Korea to

Poland to France to China.

Professors…classmates…

internship and co-op

opportunities…the very

environment…at HPU,

you’ll discover a uniquely

global education.

Why Hawai‘i Pacific University?

HPU offered amazing opportunities for hands-on learning. You can

access the research vessel starting your freshman year, and all of

your labs are based around the oceanography and marine biology

laboratories. I’ve experienced what most marine biology students don’t

have until their master’s or even their doctoral programs.

What kind of research programs have you been involved with?

Sea turtles are my passion, and I was thrilled to be chosen as the

youngest member of a research team tracking them in Panamalea

Cove. We would kayak to our GPS locations to see where the turtles

are, and sometimes I would find myself snorkeling within two feet of

one of the turtles. Being that close just melts your heart. The research I

was conducting can help protect their habitat, and I really felt like I was

making a difference.

What’s your most memorable HPU experience?

I am part of a program rescuing stranded marine mammals, the only

one in all of the Hawaiian Islands. I’ve worked on humpback calves,

spinner dolphins, and more. Sometimes they survive and sometimes

they don’t. It’s a balance between heartbreaking and amazing, but it’s

something that I know I wouldn’t experience outside of HPU.

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International AdventuresHPU makes for the ultimate

launching pad for a global

education. Take classes in eight

different languages. Travel the

world developing leadership and

community service skills through

Up With People. Or dive in

through study abroad programs

to 17 countries including:

▪ Australia

▪ Austria

▪ China

▪ Germany

▪ Japan

▪ Sweden

▪ Thailand

▪ Turkey

Learn more at www.hpu.edu/studyabroad

“HPU’s global focus is not only helping me in my choice of major, but also in the way that I think about the world around me. My eyes have been opened to the challenges that we face as a society, but at the same time I am comforted with knowing that there are so many talented people in the world. With HPU’s global focus and the experiences I’ve had, I will be better equipped to go abroad and serve others.”

Saige Martin ’13 International Relations Philadelphia, PA

How have HPU’s global adventures changed the way you look at life?

I spent two months in Peru last summer

working in orphanages and an elementary

school. It opened my mind to new people

and relationships, and helped me realize how

important it is to get to know other cultures and

people and help in any way possible.

What attracted you to HPU?

As an international business and computer

science major, it is the perfect school for

me because Hawai‘i is the gateway to Asia,

Australia, North America, and South America.

How does HPU’s student body and location impact your education?

The diversity of HPU and Hawai‘i make for

a unique education. In my classes, you have

different viewpoints from different countries. I

have friends from around the world. And living in

Honolulu puts you elbow-to-elbow with people

from just about any culture you can imagine.

Did HPU’s diversity help you in your career?

I came from an international background, so HPU

was the perfect fit. I was able to interact with

people from around the world, which is exactly

what’s needed to be successful in my industry.

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Stephanie Bovia ‘11

Marine Biology

San Francisco, CA

Cheryl Bellisario ’12

International Relations

Elmont, NY

Robert Gibson ’13

International Business/

Computer Science

Baton Rouge, LA

Wazha Dube ’08 B.S.B.A.,

Travel Industry Management

Northeast Regional Sales Manager

Ker & Downey

New York, NY

“HPU understands the needs of international students. It’s a place to share, learn, and enjoy the international learning setting. My education is global, relevant, and competitive. I know I’ve made the right choice investing my time and resources at HPU.”

Sanjeev RanabhatJournalismNepal

“The Windward Campus is a

beautiful and serene place to study

and play. The views of the Ko‘olau

Mountains are inspiring and the

closeness to the beach allows you freedom.

The housing was comfortable, the people

were great, and I learned a lot about different

places of the world.”

Lloyd Luna ’11

Nursing

Anaheim Hills, CA

2 Campuses, 1 CommunityThey’re connected by a regular shuttle, wired and wireless classrooms, and a

Sea Warrior spirit. Between the two campuses of Hawai‘i Pacific University you

will discover the full breadth of the college experience.

▪ In our downtown campus, surrounded by Honolulu’s bustling Fort Street

Mall, you’ll learn in fully equipped classrooms and computer labs, as well as

tap into the resources of the Meader Library and Career Services Center.

Plus shopping, restaurants, and international culture are literally around

every corner. Students live in apartments in Honolulu and Waikiki, within

walking distance of class, internships, student activities, and miles and

miles of sandy beaches.

▪ Our Hawai‘i Loa campus, located eight miles northeast of downtown

nestled in the foothills of the Ko‘olau Mountains, offers a lush, peaceful

retreat. Natural science labs and classrooms are a moment’s walk from

six co-ed residence halls. And whether it’s soccer, an impromptu picnic, or

studying with friends on the lanai as the sun disappears beyond the horizon,

the Windward campus promises an exquisite learning and living experience.

student lifeBe the ”You” You’ve Never BeenIn Hawai‘i, ‘ohana, means extended family.

Your HPU ‘ohana will continue to grow as you

create new friendships in the residence halls

and embrace the independence of urban

living. You’ll take in the Movie on the Mall,

Intercultural Day, Club Carnival, or Halloween

Hoopla. Get involved in clubs and organizations

to build friendships and your résumé. Explore some of the

world’s finest shopping, restaurants, golfing, snorkeling, and

cultural entertainment.

And over four years — whatever you

study, however you choose to get

involved — you’ll become part of a

vibrant campus and island community…

and you’ll never be the same.

Get a preview of the HPU campuses through our virtual tour, at www.hpu.edu/virtualtour

Get InvolvedChoose from more than 60 clubs and organizations. There is a wide range of social, academic,

recreational, and community service activities for students. HPU student clubs include:

▪ American Marketing Association

▪ Black Student Union

▪ Circle K

▪ The Green Club

▪ Hiking Club

▪ International Affairs Club

▪ Law and Justice Administration Club

▪ Marine Science Club

▪ Psychology Club

▪ Rugby Union Team

▪ UN Club

Learn more at www.hpu.edu/clubs

Go Sea Warriors!Join the Sea Warriors for NCAA Division

II PacWest action in 12 different sports,

including national championships in

softball, volleyball, and basketball.

Choose from:

▪ Men’s and women’s basketball

▪ Men’s and women’s cross country

▪ Men’s and women’s soccer

▪ Men’s and women’s tennis

▪ Men’s baseball

▪ Men’s golf

▪ Women’s softball

▪ Women’s volleyball

Learn more at www.hpu.edu/athletics

Average year-round

temperature in Honolulu

(Fahrenheit):

78°

Ranking for Honolulu

in “best cities” for

college students:

Top 10

Honolulu’s ranking

among the safest cities

in the U.S. by Forbes:

#3

Number of NCAA

Division II national

championship teams at HPU:

3

HPu resultsA Smart Educational InvestmentWe know that a main draw of college is preparing for your future. And we’re

here to help you every step of the way. From almost your first day, you can

enlist the Career Services Center to plan your employment strategies, from

résumés to internships and co-ops to job interview tips. And with a network

that includes both professors who know you and care about your future and

thousands of HPU alumni around the globe, you’ll be well on your way. In fact,

more than 50 percent of HPU graduates report securing their first job before

they graduate. And not only is our tuition only half of the U.S. average for private universities, but the average student graduates from HPU within four years or less — literally years less than the national norm.

More than 50 percent of HPU graduates report securing their first job before they graduate.

Moving onMore than one-third of HPU graduates go on to graduate

and doctoral programs within a year of graduating, at

institutions on the mainland and around the world, such as:

▪ Boston University

▪ Columbia University

▪ Duke University

▪ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

▪ Georgetown University

▪ Harvard University

▪ Johns Hopkins University

▪ London School of Economics

▪ Massachusetts Institute of Technology

▪ Oxford University

▪ Stanford University

▪ Texas A & M University

▪ University of California, Berkeley

▪ University of California, Los Angeles

▪ University of Texas

▪ Wharton School of Business

Bloomberg Businessweek

says Hawai‘i Pacific University

has the highest ROI (return

on investment) of any college

or university in the state.

“My experiences at HPU

also helped me learn what I

didn’t want to do. Through

the program, I interned in a

local university lab for a semester

and a summer, doing cutting-edge

paleooceanography. While fascinating, I learned that

I didn’t want to be in a lab for a living. By the time

I got to Boston, I knew I wanted to pursue science

journalism, even interning at noVA for a season.

HPU prepared me for that experience.”

Ashleigh Costanza ’08 B.S. Oceanography M.S. Science Journalism, Boston University, ’10 Kailua, HI Freelance Videographer

Where Are They Now?Today you’ll find HPU graduates in

companies around the globe, including:

▪ Apple

▪ AT&T

▪ Charles Schwab

▪ Cisco Systems

▪ Cleveland Indians

▪ Department of Defense

▪ Disney World

▪ FBI

▪ Federal Reserve Bank

▪ FedEx

▪ Frito Lay

▪ Google

▪ Hawai‘i State Senate

▪ Hyundai

▪ IBM

▪ Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

▪ Marriott Hotels

▪ McGraw-Hill

▪ Microsoft

▪ Straub Clinic & Hospital

▪ Texas Instruments

▪ U.S. Attorney’s Office

▪ Verizon

▪ The World Bank

Visit HPU’s Career Services Center at www.hpu.edu/careerservices

“ As part of my HPU practicum requirements,

I interned with a local news station. Because of

the hands-on experiences I gained through that

internship, I found my calling as a journalist.

I am now a morning news anchor for one of the

top TV stations in Hawai‘i. HPU prepared me

well for the fast-paced, research-oriented, and

innovative job that I love.”

Olena Heu ’07 B.A. Communication Honolulu, HI Morning Show Anchor, KHON2 TV

Barron’s lists Hawai‘i Pacific University among its Best

Buys in College Education.

Hawai‘i Pacific University

Reputation Outstanding. A private, not-for-profit, coeducational, nonsectarian, career-oriented postsecondary institution founded in 1965, HPU is consistently ranked among the best educational institutions in the nation. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), and is approved by the Hawai‘i Board of Nursing. The Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The University is a member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), and is recognized by the Hawai‘i Commission on Postsecondary Education.

Location Stunning. Strategically located in the center of the Pacific Rim — the region with the fastest growing economies in the world — HPU provides an American education in an international setting. Cosmopolitan, culturally vibrant, and ethnically diverse, Hawai‘i is famous for its clean air and water and a population that enjoys the longest average life expectancy among the 50 states in the nation. In fact, Honolulu was recently ranked one of the safest and cleanest large cities in the United States.

Campus Distinctive. Hawai‘i Pacific University combines the excitement of an urban downtown campus with the serenity of a traditional campus set in the green foothills of O‘ahu’s Ko‘olau Mountains. The main campus is located in downtown Honolulu, the business and financial center of the Pacific. Eight miles away, situated on 135 acres in Kane‘ohe, the Hawai‘i Loa campus is the site of the College of Nursing and Health Science and the College of Natural and Computational Sciences. HPU is also affiliated with the Oceanic Institute, a 56-acre aquaculture research facility at Makapu‘u Point, that offers students research and hands-on opportunities. These three distinctive sites are conveniently linked by shuttle.

Student Body Incredible. More than 7,000 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students from all 50 U.S. states and from more than 100 countries make HPU one of the most culturally diverse universities in the world. In fact, the student body is roughly split into thirds — one-third from the U.S. mainland, one-third from Hawai‘i, and one-third from around the globe.

Academic Programs Comprehensive. HPU offers more than 50 undergraduate and 13 graduate degree programs in the areas of business administration, communication, liberal arts, and science, including several pre-professional programs.

Faculty Accessible. Multicultural, diverse in their interests, and passionate about teaching, HPU faculty are renowned for the personal interest they take in each and every one of their students. HPU boasts more than 500 full- and part-time faculty from around the world with outstanding academic and business credentials, ensuring that HPU students can easily access a globe’s worth of knowledge and experiences. A vast majority of HPU faculty hold the highest degrees in their fields. The student: faculty ratio is 15:1, and the average class size is less than 25.

Value Extraordinary. With tuition cost almost half the U.S. average for private universities, HPU is among the most affordable such university in the nation. In fact, Bloomberg Businessweek says HPU has the “Best Undergraduate Return on Investment” among Hawai‘i colleges and universities.

H A w A i ‘ i P A c i f i c u n i V e r s i t y A t A g l A n c e

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Hawai‘i Pacific University admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, gender, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, and disability.