- College of Social Sciences

WHERE
INSPIRATION
LEADS TO
CHANGE
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
4 UH MĀNOA
12HAWAI‘I
16 THE COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
25PROGRAMS
25Anthropology | ANTH
29 School of Communications | COM
33 Economics | ECON
37 Ethnic Studies | ES
41 Geography | GEOG
45 Political Science | POLS
49 Psychology | PSY
53 Public Administration | PUBA
57 Public Policy Center/Matsunaga Institute for Peace
61 Sociology | SOC
65 Urban and Regional Planning | PLAN
69 Women’s Studies | WS
73 Social Science Research Institute | SSRI
75 APPLICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
78 FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION
80 RESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE
| PPC/MIP
YOUR JOURNEY
OF A LIFETIME
BEGINS HERE
THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I AT MĀNOA:
MANOA:
A DESTINATION OF CHOICE
1907
ESTABLISHED
320
ACRES
20
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE*
17
COLLEGES
AND SCHOOLS
14:1
*As of Fall 2014
STUDENT
TO FACULTY
RATIO*
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LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL
MĀNOA VALLEY, IN
HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I
ON THE ISLAND OF O‘AHU
As the flagship campus of the University of Hawai‘i System, UH Mānoa is consistently ranked “best value” among
U.S. colleges and universities. Here, students and faculty gather from across the nation and world to take part in
our unique research opportunities, multicultural experience, diverse community, nationally ranked Division I athletics
program and so much more. With so much to be inspired by, there’s truly no place quite like this.
19,507 Enrolled*
14,126 UNDERGRADUATE
5,381 GRADUATE
STUDENT DIVERSITY *
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1.4%
0.3%
36.1%
23.2%
1.7%
AFRICAN
AMERICAN
AMERICAN
INDIAN OR
ALASKAN NATIVE
ASIAN
CAUCASIAN
HISPANIC
6.4%
13.6%
16.9%
0.4%
INTERNATIONAL
MULTIRACIAL
NATIVE HAWAIIAN
OR
PACIFIC ISLANDER
UNKNOWN
36.1% ASIAN
» 9.2% Japanese
» 8.3% Filipino
» 8.3% Mixed Asian
» 6% Chinese
» 2.5% Korean
» 1.8% Other Asian
16.9% NATIVE
HAWAIIAN OR
PACIFIC ISLANDER
» 14.8% Native Hawaiian
or Part Hawaiian
» 2.1% Pacific Islander
STUDENT
CHARACTERISTICS*
44%
28%
66%
OUT-OF-STATE/
U.S. NATIONAL
HAWAI‘I
(IN-STATE)
100
BACHELOR’S
DEGREES**
6%
56%
INTERNATIONAL
126 Countries and Regions Represented
85
MASTER’S
DEGREES**
ENTERING FRESHMEN*
58
PROFESSIONAL
AND DOCTORAL
DEGREES**
1,841 TOTAL 59% FEMALE / 41% MALE
60%
63%
TOP 25% IN
HIGH SCHOOL
HAWAI‘I
RESIDENTS
3.5
AVERAGE HIGH
SCHOOL GPA
1608
50%
AVERAGE
SAT SCORE
100%
1497 National Average
Math / Reading / Writing
WESTERN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS
AND COLLEGES ACCREDITATION
*As of Fall 2014, **manoa.hawaii.edu/about/
85%
FACULTY
WITH PHD*
LSS
LAND, SEA &
SPACE GRANT
RESEARCH
INSTITUTION**
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A NETWORK OF POSSIBILITIES
YOUR TICKET
TO CAMPUS LIFE
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As part of the UH Mānoa family, you’ll never be alone.
There are a variety of departments, programs and services available
to help make your transition to campus life as smooth as possible.
» ACADEMIC ADVISING
Assists in course selection
and degree completion.
» PUBLIC SAFETY
Provides transportation or a
walking escort, 24-hours a day.
» CAREER AND
EMPLOYMENT CENTER
Helps with job search skills, employment information,
and interview opportunities.
» COUNSELING AND STUDENT DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Offers a variety of services
to promote wellness and
personal success.
» FINANCIAL AID
Provides guidance in obtaining financial support while enrolled
at the university.
» WRITING CENTER Offers students one-to-one
writing assistance.
» KŌKUA
Serves students with
disabilities and helps to
facilitate equal access.
» LGBTI STUDENT SERVICES
Works to maintain a safe,
inclusive campus environment
for all students.
» VETERANS SUPPORT SERVICES
Assists veterans, active duty
military and dependent students in transitioning from military life to life at the university.
» RAINBOW SHUTTLE
BUS SERVICE
Transports students throughout the campus and nearby areas,
free-of-charge.
» KUA‘AINA NATIVE
HAWAIIAN STUDENT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Offers academic support
and services for students
of Hawaiian ancestry.
» UH MĀNOA BOOKSTORE Serves as a one-stop shop
for books, supplies and
other necessities.
» INTERNATIONAL
STUDENT SERVICES
Provides support services
for international students.
» WOMEN’S CENTER
Offers personal and
academic support for
women and LGBTI students.
» UNIVERSITY
HEALTH SERVICES
Offers a wide range of services
including general medical,
women’s health, sports medicine, psychiatry, dermatology,
nutrition, pharmacy and
clinical laboratory.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS FOR NEW STUDENTS
» HONORS PROGRAM
The Honors Program provides, personalized educational experiences through small classes, dedicated advising and faculty-guided independent projects of research or creative expression.
» LEARNING COMMUNITIES FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN
Take advantage of this opportunity to join small learning communities that allow you to take several courses together with a peer cohort and receive personalized attention from faculty and upperclassmen.
» NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Broaden your horizons through NSE. Through it, you can select from 180 colleges and universities throughout the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and study there for a year while paying either the UH Mānoa tuition or the resident tuition of the host school.
» STUDENT SUCCESS AND LEARNING ASSISTANCE CENTERS
Achieve academic success at the SSC and LAC. The centers offer services ranging from tutoring to writing project
assistance and supplemental instruction groups for challenging courses – all designed to meet your individual
learning needs.
» STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM
Gain a global perspective as you take a journey of a lifetime. Learn about the world from others’ viewpoints while living away from Hawai‘i in places like Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Denmark, England, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan and Spain. Or create a self-designed study abroad program in countries where UH Mānoa does not have an existing one.
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FACILITIES
LIBRARIES
Nationally ranked libraries housing
more than 3 million books and
journals, a century of Hawaiian
language newspapers, the world’s
largest collection of Englishlanguage documentary videos
from Asia, rare/historical
documents, congressional papers,
special collections and more.
CAMPUS CENTER
Bank, cafeteria and various eating
establishments, campus book store,
meeting rooms, computer lab and
lounge, and ticket office (discount
movie passes, athletic tickets, bus
pass, concert tickets).
ATHLETIC COMPLEX
Includes arena, baseball stadium,
basketball courts, tennis courts,
playing field, track, weight rooms,
swimming pool.
» Simply Ono
» Campus Center Food Court
(salad bar, grill, local favorites)
CAMPUS LIFE
200+ STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
20 PLACES TO EAT
» Da Spot
(vegetarian)
» Domino’s Pizza Express
» Honolulu Gourmet
(salads, sandwiches)
» India Café
(South Indian and Malaysian)
» L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
(local and Asian-American fusion)
» Le Crepe Café
(traditional French crepes)
» Panda Express
(Chinese)
» Serg’s
(Mexican)
WARRIOR RECREATION
CENTER (WRC)
Approximately 66,000 square feet
Features: Indoor running track,
basketball and volleyball courts,
fitness programs, locker and shower
facilities, cardio machines, total
body trainers, rock climbing
simulators, plate loaded equipment,
custom WRC UMAX dumbbells,
Power Blocks, Kettle Blocks, half
racks with Olympic platforms, nine
station pulley system, and more.
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» Super Gyros
(Greek, vegetarian, smoothies)
» The Bean Counter
(coffee bar)
» The Curb
(coffee bar)
» Uahi Island Grill
(contemporary local cuisine)
» Verde Kaimuki
(burritos)
» Starbucks
» Pizza Hut
» Ba-Le
(pastries, sandwiches, salads,
pho noodle soup, pad thai, other Asian favorites)
» Stir Fresh
(build-your-own stir fry,
Asian cuisine).
» The Market: Enjoy fresh fruits and
vegetables from local growers at an affordable price.
» Simply to Go
(sandwiches, pastries)
» Jamba Juice
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Whatever activities you enjoy,
you’ll likely find a sport, club
or organization that matches
your interests.
Classes: Ranges from surfing,
stand-up paddling, body boarding,
kayaking excursions to hiking,
sailing, scuba and snorkeling.
Sports: Basketball, volleyball,
football, indoor soccer, badminton,
flag football, tennis, and swimming,
to name a few.
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
As one of Honolulu’s cultural
centers, you’ll find a variety
of ways to balance your studies
with leisure activities that include
campus concerts, theatrical
performances, art galleries
and more.
Kennedy Theatre: 620-seat facility
showcasing theater and dance
Art Gallery: 4,200 square feet
of exhibition space
ATHLETICS
Home to the Rainbow Warriors, UH Mānoa offers a diverse NCAA Division I athletics program with approximately
450 student athletes competing on 20 men’s, women’s and co-ed varsity teams in affiliation with the Big West
Conference, Mountain West Conference, Mountain Pacific Sports Federation and the Pacific Coast Intercollegiate
Yacht Racing Association.
MENS’ SPORTS
Baseball, basketball, football,
golf, swimming and diving, tennis
and volleyball
WOMEN’S SPORTS
Basketball, cross country, golf,
sailing, sand volleyball, soccer,
softball, swimming and diving,
tennis, track and field, volleyball
and water polo
CO-ED SPORTS
Cheerleading and sailing
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STATE CAPITAL,
HONOLULU
RANKED IN THE TOP
FIVE FOR SAFEST
U.S. CITIES
by WalletHub, 2015
HAWAI‘I IS THE ONLY
STATE IN THE U.S. THAT
GROWS COFFEE BEANS
HAWAI‘I IS THE ONLY
STATE IN THE U.S.
WITH A TROPICAL
RAINFOREST
Lyon Arboretum
HONOLULU RANKED
#8 IN THE TOP 10
HEALTHIEST CITIES
IN THE COUNTRY
livability.com
by Mānoa Institutional
Research Office Fast Facts
ISLAND OF HAWAI‘I
CONTINUES TO GROW
MORE THAN 42 ACRES
EACH YEAR
by Mānoa Institutional
Research Office Fast Facts
HOME TO ONE OF THE
WORLD’S MOST ACTIVE
VOLCANOES, KĪLAUEA
by Hawai‘i Tourism Authority
SURROUNDED BY BEAUTY
EMBRACING
LAND, OCEAN
AND SKY
1.4M
POPULATION
2013 Census
2
OFFICIAL
LANGUAGES
Hawaiian + English
130
BEACHES
Surrounding O‘ahu
77.7°
AVERAGE
YEAR-ROUND
TEMPERATURE
25.4° C
Located at the crossroads of the Pacific where Asia and the western world embrace,
Hawai‘i is a major metropolitan area that is home to more than 1.4 million individuals
who come from all walks of life. Residents and visitors alike enjoy unique island
experiences that aren’t found elsewhere, from an active nightlife to cultural activities
and recreational opportunities that include hiking, surfing, snowboarding and more.
#1
GREENEST CITY
IN THE US*
*Forbes America’s Greenest Cities 2015
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10 REASONS
TO CALL
HAWAI‘I HOME
EXPLORE
Yearning for the excitement of urban life in an international destination? Look no further
than Hawai‘i. Here you’ll find the safety and friendliness of small-town living balanced
with the diversity of a world city of people and cultures.
DYNAMICS
Chart a course for downtown Honolulu, the state’s capital. The heart of Hawai‘i’s financial
district, this is where the islands’ movers and shakers do business and where Hawai‘i’s
history is made. From restaurants, shopping and galleries to the theater and the harbor,
you can find it all here.
HISTORY
Touch a piece of history at places like the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor, ‘Iolani
Palace – a living memorial to the Hawaiian monarchy, or Lahaina on Maui, where a historic
whaling village awaits.
WATER
Whether you’re whale watching from the shores of Lahaina, enjoying the saltiness of sea
spray as you take on the challenge of North Shore waves, or meditating as you float in
the calm waters of world-famous Waikīkī Beach, you’ll find the sight and sounds of the
warm Pacific Ocean a normal part of your life in Hawai‘i.
EARTH
Let Hawai‘i’s towering mountains, graced by cascading waterfalls, soothe your soul. From
the stunning Napali Cliffs on Kaua‘i to the popular hiking destination of Diamond Head
on Oah‘u, you’ll find a perfect complement to your ocean experiences.
FIRE
A visit to Kīlauea on Hawai‘i’s Big Island, the world’s most active volcano, is just your
ticket to a fiery adventure. Continuously erupting since 1983, Kīlauea puts on a fire show
that mesmerizes the senses.
SKY
Wondering what else is out there? Just look to the stars for your answer. From the top
of Mauna Kea, with its world famous observatories, to the slopes of Haleakalā, known
as the “House of the Sun”, your star-gazing will enter a whole new dimension as the stars
come to life.
SOCIAL
Your adventures don’t have to stop when the sun sets. Waikīkī, with its offerings of
restaurants, bars and nightclubs, let’s you explore life after dark and mix with locals
as you enjoy great food and fabulous music and entertainment.
WIND
With sunny skies paired with warm tropical breezes, your senses will be awoken by an
explosion of experiences in the islands for only in Hawai‘i can your adventures take you
from ocean to mountain to sky.
TASTE
Tempt your palate with Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine. A culinary movement unique to the
islands, you’ll find the freshest local ingredients blended with ethnic flavors from around
the world.
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WHERE
INSPIRATION
LEADS TO
CHANGE
THE COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES (CSS)
AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I AT MĀNOA
Here, it’s easy to be inspired. By our culture. Our diversity. Our surroundings.
Our students and the potential of what they can do and who they will become.
One of 17 colleges and schools at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, the College
of Social Sciences (CSS) is among the largest of UH Mānoa’s units.
GO BEYOND
THE BOOKS
OUR
MISSION
12 ACADEMIC
DEPARTMENTS
Marked by leadership, excellence and innovation, our student-centered environment
is dedicated to providing students with a vibrant academic climate that affords exciting,
intense interaction among students and faculty as they address fundamental questions
about human behavior. Featuring outstanding scholarship through internships, active
and service learning approaches to teaching, and an international focus particularly
in the Asia Pacific region, we prepare students to become leaders in public and private
enterprises throughout Hawai‘i and Asia.
To provide students with a culturally diverse experience that transforms them into
bold, engaged global citizens who affect change, break down barriers, touch lives
and succeed in a multi-cultural context.
» Anthropology
» Communication/Journalism
» Economics
» Ethnic Studies
» Geography
» Political Science
» Psychology
» Public Administration
» Public Policy Center/
Matsunaga Institute for Peace
» Sociology
» Urban and Regional Planning
» Women’s Studies
150
FACULTY
MEMBERS
27K
ALUMNI
50
STATES
ALUMNI
RESIDE IN
55
COUNTRIES
ALUMNI
RESIDE IN
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THE
8 STRENGTHS
OF CSS
1
STUDENT
CENTERED
2
CRITICAL
THINKING
3
APPLIED
DIMENSIONS
4
GEOGRAPHIC
ADVANTAGE
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Learn to Lead the Way
CSS fosters an active environment that puts you among peers who share the same
passions. You’ll be encouraged to participate and to ask probing questions, to think
out loud, to be a part of spirited debates. Your voice will be sought and will bring
fresh perspectives on issues.
Think What Others Don’t
Our courses expose students to a wide range of perspectives, enhance their spirit
and skills of inquiry, and encourage their continual pursuit of truth. You’ll be asked
to consider multiple perspectives and challenge your own biases, shine a new light
on issues, and seek alternative solutions to the problems at hand.
Get Real World Experience
Through a blend of internships, service learning, networking, mentorships and
more, CSS is your gateway to opportunities for integrative learning, collaborative
assignments, and global and community-based learning that will deepen your
academic experience, emphasize your relevance, and prepare you for success after
college. You’ll be encouraged to take an active role in your education by applying
what you learn in the classroom to real world experiences.
Be at the Center of it All
The college’s unique geographical location allows for substantial exposure to
influences from the Asia and Pacific regions. You’ll find a rich combination of
disciplines that meld culture with science and provides you with an in-depth
understanding of the human dimension. We offer the perfect backdrop for a
host of opportunities for cross-disciplinary studies that will allow you to immerse
yourself in a community of scholars in an exciting, multicultural, urban setting.
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RESEARCH
ACTIVE
6
AWARD
WINNING
FACULTY
7
ALUMNI
NETWORK
8
SHAPING
THE WORLD
Do What Matters
Hawai‘i serves as a natural laboratory for social science research with its
multicultural population and unique geographical setting. In this setting, college
faculty conduct significant research and applied investigations that generate
innovative solutions for critical social, behavioral, economic, and environmental
issues challenging Hawai’i and the Asia Pacific region. This provides for lively
interaction and engagement between faculty and students.
Be Mentored by Innovators
At CSS, you will find leading international faculty who are dedicated to the student
experience. Hailing from countries such as Canada, China, Columbia, the Czech
Republic, Denmark, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Lebanon,
Mexico, Philippines, Russia, Samoa, Turkey, the Ukraine and more, these dedicated
individuals work to identify and connect you with opportunities to explore and
succeed in your chosen field.
Connect with Market Leaders
With more than 27,100 alumni in 55 countries and all 50 states, you’ll find a strong
network of CSS alumni and friends who are just like you – bold, engaged, global –
and who are ready to help you navigate life’s journey.
Make An Impact
CSS faculty, students and staff are today’s unsung heroes. Together they take
inspiration, blend it with ingenuity, and turn ideas into innovations that make
a positive impact on our everyday lives including environmental policy, natural
resource management, energy conservation, smart grid technologies, health
care delivery systems, disaster science training, monetary policy implications,
communication policy and planning, international trade policies, invasive species
management, community-level food security, cultural revitalization initiatives,
agricultural land use policy, family adaptation and promotion of positive
development for children with developmental disabilities, foster-care system
reform initiatives, research and active civic engagement, and more.
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ALUMNI FROM
AROUND THE WORLD
NORTH
AMERICA
Canada
Mexico
United States
SOUTH
AMERICA
Argentina
Brazil
Peru
Venezuela
AFRICA
Eritrea
Senegal
South Africa
AUSTRALIA
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ASIA
Bangladesh
Bhutan
Cambodia
China
Hong Kong
India
Iran
Israel
Japan
Macao
Malaysia
Mongolia
Nepal
North Korea
Pakistan
Philippines
Singapore
South Korea
Sri Lanka
Taiwan
Thailand
Vietnam
OCEANIA
Cook Islands
Fiji
Indonesia
New Zealand
Papua New Guinea
Solomon Islands
Tonga
TURKS
AND CAICOS
EUROPE
Belgium
Czech Republic
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Lithuania
Netherlands
Norway
Russia
Slovenia
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
ACCESS
HOW WILL YOU
SUCCEED
AND THRIVE
FIND YOUR
ANSWERS
AT ACCESS
Life at the university can be challenging, but at CSS you are not alone. Here you’ll find a
supportive network of faculty, staff and fellow students ready to help. Just visit ACCESS,
short for Advising, Civic and Community Engagement in the Social Sciences, and you’ll
find the people, resources and tools you need to succeed and thrive!
GET PREPARED
From the moment you walk through the
doors at CSS, ACCESS is here to guide
you on your academic journey. Through
one-on-one meetings with academic
advisors, you’ll develop a customized
educational plan that matches your
interests, skills and abilities with your
career and life goals, and sets you on
the path to success.
GET INVOLVED
ACCESS also serves as your gateway to
hands-on learning opportunities that help
you integrate theoretical and classroom
teaching with real world experiences.
Through internships, mentorships, service
learning and civic engagement, you’ll build
your resume, network with professionals
and get a head start in your chosen field.
GET CONNECTED
If you’re looking to enhance your global
perspective through new experiences,
ACCESS can also put you in touch with
resources such as the National Student
Exchange, Mānoa International Exchange
or the Study Abroad Center. It’s a way to
make friends from around the world and
connect to life beyond the university.
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DISCOVER YOUR
PASSIONS
YOUR POTENTIAL IS JUST THE BEGINNING
A degree from the College of Social Sciences reflects who you are. With it, you’ll join the ranks of those who have
made a difference personally, locally and globally. You’ll become an idea maker, a leader, a catalyst. One day you
will impact policies, change the way societies respond to social needs, influence the way communities are developed,
uncover the next big story or speak for those who have no voice. The possibilities are endless. The impact you’ll make
is immeasurable.
April Vogt, Undergraduate Student, Lolo Project, Inventor of
Totable Weather Engagement & Enhancement Technology, T.W.E.E.T.
STUDENT
EXPERIENCE*
EXPERIENCE
LIFE*
» 92% of CSS students say that their professors care about their success and are
available in and outside of the classroom*
» 94% of students say that CSS programs challenge them intellectually*
» 44% of students have engaged in community service or volunteer work
» 22% have participated in internships or other field experiences
» 9% have studied abroad
» 89% say that CSS programs prepare them to make a difference in the world
EXPERIENCE
SUCCESS**
» 7 out of 10 graduates were employed within 6 months of graduation
» 95% of graduates are employed, continuing their education, participating in
internships or other field experiences, or participating in volunteer activities.
» Graduates work with some of the world’s greatest companies and institutions such as
the United Nations, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Asian Development Bank, Booz Allen Hamilton, Texas A&M University, Cedars-Sinai, Asian Broadcasting Network, Rutgers
University, UNICEF, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, The Nielsen Company, and Harvard University.
*Based on students surveyed in Fall 2014, **Based on alumni surveyed in Spring 2015
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AN
TH
RO
PO
LO
GY
WHAT WILL YOU
UNCOVER?
1
EXPLORE HUMAN DIVERSITY
Established in 1934, the Department of Anthropology (ANTH) is committed
to the study of human social, cultural, and biological diversity. Students explore
and develop a global understanding of human social, cultural, and biological
change through comparative, holistic studies of communities and regions.
Specializations include applied archaeology, ecological anthropology, and
medical anthropology, with a particular focus in Asia and the Pacific. The
department’s programs encourage the development of essential skills such
as critical thinking, communication, self-direction, expression, creativity,
global awareness and team dynamics.
FACTS
ANTH
98
UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
48
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
» Archaeology
» Applied Archaeology
» Biological Anthropology
» Cultural Anthropology
» Applied Cultural
Anthropology
» Indigenous Anthropology
» Ecological Anthropology
» Medical Anthropology
» Asia
» Pacific Islands
» Applied Archaeology trains the next generation of professional non-academic archaeologists to be effective advocates for the study and preservation of historic sites.
» Applied Cultural Anthropology trains students in the theories,
methods, and analysis of cultural anthropology that can be utilized in careers requiring community-based fieldwork approaches to research.
GRAD
MAJORS
» Ecological Anthropology focuses on human-environment inter-
actions using approaches across the subfields of anthropology.
» Medical Anthropology studies the sociocultural dimensions
of health and illness.
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FACULTY
& STAFF
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Minor in Anthropology
» Master of Arts (MA)
» Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
23
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
AY 2013–2015
1. Forrest Young, Rapa Nui
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PUT YOUR
DEGREE
TO USE
The skills learned in Anthropology may be transferred to a number of different employment
opportunities such as:
» Education - Teaching, research, administration.
» Museums and Archives - Management and administration, curatorship, conservation, restoration, research, education, libraries, development.
» Archaeology - Cultural resource management, research, excavation, fieldwork.
» Government - Administration, cultural resource management, surveying, site
management, excavation, research, museum conservation, legislative compliance
review, program management and evaluation, impact assessment, policy analysis, urban planning, translation and interpretation.
» Nonprofit - Administration, program management and development, policy analysis, fundraising and development, research, grant writing, counseling.
» Business - Management, sales/marketing, human resources, public relations.
» Communications - Documentary film production, photography, photojournalism, journalism, writing and editing, publishing.
ALUMNI
SPOTLIGHT
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TOM MCDONOUGH
“As an undergrad I was fortunate to work as an ‘Interpretation Ranger’ at the Thomas
Edison National Historical Park in New Jersey. It was my job to help visitors understand
the historical significance of the place, while also connecting it to their own lives. Each
day I learned how its relationship to the present constantly changes and takes on new
meanings. Although National Historical Parks are museums, they can be exciting centers
for learning, thinking, and interacting with history. I have just accepted a position at
the National Mall and Memorial Parks in Washington, DC this summer and recommend
anthropology and the National Park Service as ways to find opportunities for travel and
work in interesting places.”
CO
M
M
UN
IC
I
AT
O
N
S
WHAT WILL YOU
DISCOVER?
MAKE YOUR MESSAGE MATTER
The School of Communications (COM/JOUR) improves the ways in which
people talk to each other – in Hawai‘i and beyond – through all mediated
channels, from voice-to-voice conversations to dynamic interactions via
emerging technologies. The school strives for excellence in all areas of
teaching, research and practice while embracing the contemporary challenges
of complex and multicultural contexts involving communication and journalism.
FACTS
COM
1
303
UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
50
GRAD
MAJORS
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
» Strategic Communication
» Intercultural Communication
» Information and
Communication
Technologies (ICTs) & Policy
» Journalism
» Broadcast Media
» Media Arts
» Social Media
» Online Media,
including web-based
» Mobile Media
» Video/Digital Cinema
» Emerging Media
and Technologies
» Media Literacy
» Studio Production
» Media arts includes digital cinema and multimedia.
» Communication in Communities focuses on intercultural and organizational communication.
» Information and Communication Technologies & Policy focuses on how ICTs shape, and are shaped by, society.
» Journalism trains aspiring storytellers to write news, report
with a camera and work online, including through social and mobile media.
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FACULTY
& STAFF
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts, BA (COM & JOUR)
» Master of Arts, MA (COM)
» Interdisciplinary CIS Doctor of Philosophy, PhD (COM)
24
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
AY 2013–2015
1. Professor Brett Oppegaard featuring “Old Faithful” developed app.
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Graduates find employment in a wide variety of positions in organizational, community,
and social programs, where communication specialists and journalists are needed.
Examples include:
» Public relations professionals.
» Social media strategists.
» Broadcast journalists.
» Writers and editors.
» Strategic planning professionals.
» Public policy analysts.
» Media relations specialists.
» Communication technology specialists.
» Film and multimedia production professionals.
» Marketing directors.
» Non-profit fundraisers and outreach strategists.
» Grant writers.
» Managers of communication companies.
» Managers of telecommunication companies.
» Intercultural specialists and trainers.
» News media producers and on-air personalities.
» Some graduates also elect to continue their graduate studies in MA, PhD
or professional programs, such as law or business, before starting their careers.
BERNADETTE BARAQUIO
“Communication is a necessary skill that, if used properly, can boost success in any career.
As a proud UH alum, it is an honor to be an integral part of the School of Communications,
where we provide hands-on training for creative and informative storytelling, and mass
media video production.”
EC
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WHAT CHOICES
WILL YOU MAKE?
IMPROVE EVERYDAY LIVING
The mission of the Department of Economics (ECON) is to discover,
refine, and disseminate economic knowledge, with emphasis on policy
issues involving Hawai‘i and the Asia-Pacific region. Faculty members
perform economic research, foster sound reasoning and decision-making
through teaching, prepare students for careers, and provide service to
the university, the state of Hawai‘i, the nation and the world.
The department offers an undergraduate curriculum featuring student
mentoring, free introductory course tutoring, a student-run club, internships,
co-op work arrangements, study abroad programs, an Honors program,
and research opportunities with faculty.
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MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
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SPECIALTIES
UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
GRAD
MAJORS
» Climate Change
» Ocean Resources
» Energy
» Property Rights
» Aging and Wealth Transfers
» Experimental Economics
» Foreign Investment
» Econometric Analysis
» Labor Markets
» Health Economics
» Law and Economics
» China and Japan Economies
» Monetary Economics
» Microeconomic Theory
» Resource and Environmental Economics addresses
sustainability, climate change, ocean resources, and
energy policies.
»International Economics studies foreign investment,
international monetary systems, trade policy, and immigration.
»Human Resources analyses demographic issues, labor markets, and health economics.
»Public Economics and Economic History studies how public policies and institutions affect behavior and welfare in historical and contemporary contexts.
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»Development Economics considers institutions, efficiency,
and growth in developing countries.
FACULTY
& STAFF
47
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
»Experimental Economics and Game Theory deal with models
of strategic interactions and testing their predictions in
the laboratory.
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Minor in Economics
» Master of Arts (MA) » Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
AY 2013–2015
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The skills learned in Economics can be transferred to a number of different employment
opportunities such as:
» Education - K–12 and college teaching, research, administration, evaluation.
» Government - Administration; land and resource management; research on county,
state, and national economies; program management and evaluation; impact
assessment; policy analysis; statistical agencies; Honolulu Rail Transit Project;
U.S. Congress, State Legislature.
» Nonprofit - Administration, program management and development, policy analysis, fundraising and development, research.
» Business - Management, sales and marketing, human resources, banking, insurance, real estate, finance, ‘big data’ consulting firms, airlines.
» Communications - Economic and business journalism.
» Advanced Degrees - Law, public policy, public administration, public health, economics, business, urban planning.
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DANIEL ANZAI
Measuring the well being of U.S. communities - At UH, Daniel accumulated a toolbox
of theoretical and empirical skills that he has used at the U.S. Census Bureau to help
compile statistics on well being of individuals, families, and communities. Daniel is
currently a graduate student in economics at the University of Oregon.
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HN
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WHAT LEGACY
WILL YOU LEAVE?
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BROADEN YOUR PERSPECTIVES
The Department of Ethnic Studies (ES) focuses on race and ethnicity
in Hawai‘i, the United States, and the Pacific. Through engaged Oceanic
learning and research, students develop theoretical, methodological,
ethical, and participatory skills to analyze power relations and promote
social justice in a globalized world.
Established in 1970 to teach “Our History, Our Way”, the department
maintains a research and teaching philosophy emphasizing praxis: the
application of theory to complex problems in local communities, through
service learning and civic engagement. Students develop the ability to
think critically about society and popular culture, and work effectively
within a global, multicultural community.
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ES
3
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
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SPECIALTIES
» Ethnic Identity
» Indigeneity
» Migration
» Representation
» Economic Change
» Social Movements
» Racism and Ethnicity
» Critical Multiculturalism
» Race and Gender
» Ethnic Conflict
» Land Tenure
» Field Work
» Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian American histories of race, class, and gender.
» Histories of Native Hawaiians, Japanese Americans, Chinese Americans, Filipino Americans, Arab Americans, African
Americans, and Native Americans.
UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
»Ethnic and Race Relations in the United States and globally.
»Political Economy in Hawai‘i, the Pacific, Asia, North America, and Middle East.
»Service Learning and Civic Engagement emphasizing
community-based research, praxis, and social justice.
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FACULTY
& STAFF
17
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
AY 2013–2015
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Undergraduate Certificate in Ethnic Studies
1. Plasito Eseluquipi, son of the late master navigator, Pius Mau Pialug. April 2015.
2. Mālama I Nā Ahupua‘a service-learning program students, including students
from Ethnic Studies 310 and guests, at Kapapa Lo‘i o Kānewai, July 2015.
3. Hawai‘i has a vibrant Chicano and Mexican community that has been growing steadily since the late 1980s. Several civic efforts are underway across the islands
to make the community culturally and politically visible.
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The skills learned in Ethnic Studies can be transferred to a number of different employment
opportunities such as:
» Education - Teaching, research, administration, counseling, student affairs, library and information science.
» Social Services - Administration, program management, grant writing, outreach, counseling.
» Government - Administration, policy analyst, law making, legislating.
» Business - Management, sales and marketing, human resources, public relations, communications.
» Law - Legal representation, arbitration, judiciary, enforcement.
» Cultural and Labor Organizations - Administration, outreach, programming,
research, archiving and curating.
» Communications - Documentary film production, photography, photojournalism, journalism, writing and editing, publishing.
» Nonprofit - Administration, program management and development, policy analysis, fundraising and development, research, grant writing, counseling.
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TY SANGA
Giving Voice to Community - Ty Sanga directed the 2014 Emmy-award winning food
genealogy travel show Family Ingredients, the first Hawai‘i production to be picked up
for a national series release by PBS. This followed his 2011 Hawaiian language short Stones,
which was honored at the Sundance Film Festival. In an interview with Leslie Wilcox on
Long Story Short, he recalled that Ethnic Studies “opened my eyes in regards to who
we were as a culture, and as a society.” After viewing documentaries on the struggles
of Native Hawaiians, Asian Americans, and African Americans, he realized that “we have
a stronger voice that no one else has ever heard.”
GE
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AP
HY
HOW WILL YOU
BRIDGE THE GAP?
GO BEYOND THE SURFACE
Geography (GEOG) is about the human relationship with the environment
and lends understanding to many critical issues that face modern society.
The discipline spans natural science, social science, and the humanities,
as well as technology, as it engages in questions such as environmental
processes, socio-political dynamics, cultural change, and the use of modern
geo-spatial technologies.
The Department of Geography holds the answers to these challenging
issues: globalization and its regional implications, climate change and its
effects, resource use and sustainability, cultural change and environmental
consequences, geopolitics with changing borders, and spatial digital
technologies and the way people interact with the world.
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UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
45
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
GRAD
MAJORS
AY 2013-2015
» Environmental Geography engages in a systematic study of the Earth’s physical environment, natural resource management and global environmental change. Its focus is on global change and its impact on different parts of the world in the terrestrial and marine environments.
»Geographic Technology includes the study of cartography,
geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing,
and the use of these technologies in understanding spatial environmental issues. This is a fast-growing area in geography with many research and job opportunities.
FACULTY
& STAFF
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
» Eco-Hydrology
» Environment
» GIS
» Pacific
» Political Ecology
» Remote Sensing
»Human Geography investigates the cultural, economic, and political processes that shape human activities on the Earth. It focuses on issues related to globalization, cultural and
political changes and its relationship to the environment.
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» Asia
» Biogeography
» Climate Change
» Conservation and Policy
» Culture
» Development
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Minor in Geography
» Master of Arts (MA)
» Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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Geography provides an educational foundation for the development of an informed and
conscientious global citizen, who, with critical appraisal of today’s connected world, is
well placed to seek different kinds of employment opportunities. Geography graduates
work in a variety of sectors, such as education, government, business or private, international agencies, and non-profits, where they are engaged in environmental planning,
resource management, conservation, tourism, and social policy development. The fast
growing field of Geographic Information Systems and digital mapping also offers job
opportunities in a variety of areas.
DAVID STRAUCH
David works with undergraduates to map historical trees in Mānoa Valley, Honolulu Mapping technology can be effectively combined with knowledge of environmental
history to understand human-environmental changes in a place. Students in Geography
are trained to think holistically, integrating environmental, socio-economic and
cultural-political processes that shape the dynamic of people and places, while using
spatial technologies to study these complex dynamics.
PO
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WHAT EFFECT
WILL YOU HAVE?
EMPOWER COMMUNITIES
The Department of Political Science (POLS) stands out in the fields of
international relations, political theory, comparative politics, Asian politics,
futures studies, indigenous politics, and public policy. Across these fields,
there is a shared preoccupation with the critique of dominant historical
forces and centers of power. Student-centered classes are focused on broad
yet comprehensive discussions that catalyze critical thinking and promote
effective communication in a range of contexts.
FACTS
POLS
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UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
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» Alternative Futures
» Comparative Politics
» Indigenous Politics
» International Relations
» Law and Politics
» Political Theory
» Public Policy
»Indigenous Politics offers comparative study of indigenous histories, cultures and politics, starting from the cultural and geographical specificity of Hawai‘i. It encourages the study
and practice of indigenous political concepts, ethics and
systems. It also engages in scholarship that matters to
Indigenous communities.
GRAD
MAJORS
DEGREES
OFFERED
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» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Minor in Political Science
» Master of Arts (MA)
» Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
FACULTY
& STAFF
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AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
AY 2013–2015
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The skills learned in Political Science can be transferred to a number of different
employment opportunities such as:
» Government and Law - Public policy, research, regional planning, foreign service,
law enforcement, legislation.
» Politics - Elected or appointed leadership, campaign management, public advocacy.
» Nonprofit - Administration, management, public relations, fundraising.
» Business - Sales, human resources, management, advertising, public relations.
» Journalism - Editing, reporting, circulation, sales, broadcasting.
» Academia - Research, teaching at all levels of education.
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SPOTLIGHT
ASHLEY LUKENS, PHD
For her PhD, Ashley wrote a dissertation titled, Theorizing Food Justice: Critical
Positionality and the Political Economy of Community Food Systems. Her study examines
the economic and political strategies of community-based food justice organizations and
included interviews with food activists across the US. Having developed the concept of
tactical activism, Ashley is now able to put those ideas into practice through her work as
the Program Director of the Center for Food Safety’s (CFS) Hawai‘i office. CFS a national
non-profit public interest and environmental advocacy organization. Ashley is a founding
member and Vice President of the Hawai‘i Food Policy Council.
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WHAT WILL YOU
UNLOCK?
UNDERSTAND THE UNKNOWN
The Department of Psychology (PSY) fosters a broad understanding
of psychological knowledge, methods, and concepts that enhance
productivity in virtually every area of human endeavor. The undergraduate
curriculum promotes interpersonal skills and sensitivities, and critical thinking
skills in specialized courses including Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical,
Cognition, Community, Cultural, Developmental, and Social Psychology.
Coursework integrates the study of human and animal behavior from an
evolutionary and biological perspective in relation to human social behavior.
Exposed to scientific methods that contribute to an understanding of
behavior in diverse social and environmental situations, students acquire
a better self-understanding and appreciation of the diversity of experience.
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MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
336
SPECIALTIES
» Biological Psychology » Clinical/Community
» Experimental
» Developmental
» Social/Personality
» Behavioral Neuroscience analyzes the biological
determinants of behavior through a research intensive,
multi-disciplinary approach.
» Clinical Psychology develops clinical psychologists who are well versed in empirically based assessment methods and treatment.
UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
» Cognitive Psychology utilizes a variety of approaches
to study cognition ranging from behavioral studies with
neurotypical and atypical populations to computational
models and developmental research approaches.
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» Community and Cultural Psychology emphasizes understanding individuals within their social and cultural context.
» Developmental Psychology studies changes in social behavior, cognition, language and emotions from childhood through
early adulthood.
GRAD
MAJORS
» Experimental Psychopathology focuses on understanding problems in living to better inform prevention and
treatment programming.
» Social Psychology explores the human experience in the
social context.
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& STAFF
29
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
AY 2013–2015
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Bachelor of Sciences (BS)
» Master of Arts (MA)
» Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Psychology majors with interests in specific areas of Psychology
may also conduct research with department faculty, enroll in the
Psychology Honors Program, and join Psi Chi, which is the National
Honor Society of Psychology.
Majors, who wish to obtain an advanced degree, may seek
admission to graduate or professional programs for training
in psychology, human services, law, medicine, and counseling.
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A degree in Psychology provides a basic liberal arts education applicable to a broad range
of occupations including:
» Sales Representatives - The psychology major can help students acquire a range
of interpersonal skills, which can be applied in a number of different sales and
marketing positions.
» Advertising Agents - Careers in this field involve researching the target audience
for a product, and developing a message and advertising materials based on this research.
» Psychiatric Technicians - Job titles in this area include psychiatric technicians, mental health technicians, and social work assistants. These individuals usually work directly under the supervision and guidance of a licensed professional.
» Market Researchers - People working in the field of market research perform
a variety of tasks, including conducting interviews, performing opinion polls,
collecting data, and interpreting results.
» Laboratory Assistants - Some settings that might employ psychology lab assistants include university psychology programs, government agencies, and businesses that study human behavior.
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MICHELLE TAGORDA
Ms. Tagorda graduated with a BS degree in Psychology in spring 2013. She is now a
graduate student in Public Health where she also serves as the undergraduate program
adviser. She was recently appointed the student member of the Board of Regents. She
is also part of the Health Behavior Change Research Workgroup, working on the Waipahu
Health Action Research Training project, where she works with high school seniors on
activities to prevent teen obesity.
PU
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TR
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N
WHAT IMPACT
WILL YOU MAKE?
BE A LEADER OF CHANGE
Public Administration (PUBA) is a graduate-level MPA program dedicated
to energizing public institutions and organizations, enriching civic culture,
and increasing leadership capacity through teaching, research, and service
in Hawai‘i, the U.S. and Asia Pacific. It is committed to building organizational
and community collaborations for creative problem-solving, and fostering
connections between participants and change agents.
Hawai‘i’s diversity and mixture of cultural traditions establish a rich setting
for developing a leadership style. The program brings together participants
from a variety of backgrounds to share experiences, uses collaborative
teaching to view issues from different perspectives, emphasizes active
engagement in classes, and continuously applies theory to practice.
FACTS
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MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
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» Public Administration focuses on building a deeper
understanding of public organizations and an individual’s
role within those organizations so that our graduates can
be more effective public service leaders.
» Non-Profit Management takes an interdisciplinary perspective to help graduates develop tools and skills to effectively tackle the challenges facing the non-profit sector.
GRAD
MAJORS
7
» Public Sector Leadership
» Public Policy
» Human Resources Management
» Nonprofit Management
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Master of Public Administration (MPA)
» Graduate Certificate in Public Administration with focus
on Public Service Leadership or Nonprofit Management
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CLASS SIZE
AY 2013-2015
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The skills learned in Public Administration can be transferred to a number of different
employment opportunities such as:
» Local Government - City management, financial administration, budget analysis,
general services, community affairs.
» State Government – Legislative, Executive, Judicial branches, state agencies
and programs.
» Federal Government - Legislative, Executive, Judicial branches,
or independent agencies.
» Non-profit - Management, advocacy, program management and evaluation,
policy analysis, development.
» Political Support and Lobbying - Advocacy, political action committees,
political parties, community engagement.
» Business - Human resources, budget analysis, management, sales and marketing, management consulting.
» International Affairs - Governance, policy making and analysis, public sector reform, poverty reduction, environmental protection, ethics.
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ESBEN BORSTING
“Public Administration provides the knowledge and skills to professionals in the
government, community, and not-for-profit sectors to lead their organizations
into the future. From planning and policy to strategic implementation, PUBA sets
a foundation for public leaders to improve the quality of our lives through all levels
of government and social programs.”
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WHAT WILL YOU
FIGHT FOR?
BE THE CHAMPION FOR CHANGE
Established in 2006, the Public Policy Center (PPC), which includes
the Matsunaga Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (MIPCR), is
committed to enhancing the quality of community life throughout Hawai‘i,
the United States, and the Asia-Pacific region. Through an interdisciplinary,
multi-cultural approach to teaching, research, service, and application, future
leaders and professionals learn and practice public policy-making, dispute
resolution, and peacemaking.
With an emphasis on critical thinking development and collaborative problem
solving, students learn theory and skills in research, analysis, evaluation,
and advocacy; leadership and governance; peacemaking, including human
rights, conflict management and dispute resolution; and policy analysis
and evaluation.
FACTS
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UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
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FACULTY
& STAFF
» Peace Studies broadens students’ perspectives and strengthens
critical thinking on issues of war, justice, human rights
and governance.
» Conflict Resolution (facilitation, mediation and negotiation) focuses on community and civic relations, and developing leadership skills to successfully navigate professional and
interpersonal life.
GRAD
MAJORS
6
» Peace Studies
» Human Rights
» Conflict Resolution
» Public Policy
» Public Policy emphasizes the analyses, design and evaluation
of policy choices to solve public problems.
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Interdisciplinary Studies
(major in Peace and Conflict Resolution or Public Affairs
and Policy Studies)
» Minor in Peace Studies
» Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution
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CLASS SIZE
AY 2013-2015
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Students have furthered their education and employment in the following areas:
» Government - Administrative, Legislative, and Judicial branches of government
at local, state, federal, and international levels.
» Education - Administration, teaching, student affairs, counseling, advising.
» Nonprofit Organizations - Administration, program management and development.
» Law - Public interest, family and juvenile, human rights, politics.
» Conflict Resolution – Negotiation, facilitation, community and civic relations,
policy analysis.
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KERRIE UROSEVICH
Kerrie Urosevich, PhD, is currently the Action Strategy Coordinator for the Executive
Office on Early Learning, which is part of the Office of the Governor in the state of
Hawai‘i. She has worked previously in the areas of local and international community
mobilization and peace building.
SO
CI
O
LO
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WHAT NEW
PERSPECTIVES
WILL YOU BRING?
SEE THE WORLD IN A NEW LIGHT
The Department of Sociology (SOC) studies society, social interaction,
social organization, and the consequences of these processes by combining
scientific and humanistic perspectives to examine a range of topics, including
marriage and family patterns, race and ethnic relations, demography, social
change, class structure, value systems, conflict, deviant behavior, and the
people and institutions of societies.
The department prepares students to succeed as academics, researchers,
service providers, leaders and good citizens in their own societies. Using
Hawai‘i’s natural resources of location, people, and relationships, Sociology
generates new knowledge about the island lifestyle and its true multi-ethnic
mix of people.
FACTS
SOC
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UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
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GRAD
MAJORS
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
» Technology and Society
» Sports and Society
» Sociology of Japan,
China, and Korea
» Popular Culture
» Sociological Theories
» Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods
With a view of the world that is both local and global, the
department provides students with a broad foundation in theory
and methods of sociological research. It also focuses on the
following four areas in which it offers exceptional expertise
and opportunities for research and training:
» Sociology of Asia and the Pacific, with emphasis on comparative sociology of Asia.
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»Crime, law, and deviance.
»Ethnic and race relations.
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& STAFF
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» Race and Ethnicity
» Criminology and
Juvenile Delinquency
» Social Problems
» Sociology of the Family
» Inequality and
Social Stratification
» Medical Sociology
» Gender and
Domestic Violence
»Health, aging, and medical sociology.
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Minor in Sociology
» Master of Arts (MA)
» Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
AY 2013-2015
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The skills learned in Sociology can be transferred to a number of different employment
opportunities such as:
» Business - Human resources, management, sales, marketing, public relations,
office administration.
» Criminal Justice - Corrections, rehabilitation, law enforcement, judiciary.
» Education - Teaching, research.
» Government - Social statistics, demography, public administration, policy analysis, research, program development, human services, city planning, law enforcement.
» Human Services - Counseling, case management, advocacy, mental health services, programming, administration.
» Social Science Research - Research, data analysis, demography, market research, information sourcing.
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SPOTLIGHT
JOY LACANIENTA
Joy is currently pursuing her PhD in Sociology, as well as an Advanced Certification in
Women’s Studies at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. She has over 20 years experience
in community organizing and advocacy. Joy’s research focuses on the dynamics and
complexities of mobilizing communities around social issues and public policies, and
how these factors intersect with culture, socio-economic status, and gender violence.
Joy is particularly interested in working closely with the issues affecting immigrant/
migrant communities.
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WHOSE LIVES
WILL YOU
TOUCH?
BUILD COMMUNITIES FROM THE GROUND UP
The Department of Urban and Regional Planning (DURP) brings together
a diverse faculty and student body from across the world for innovative
research and a unique learning environment in the Asia Pacific Region that
fosters practical solutions for critical global and local issues through planning,
public policy and social collaboration.
Responding to the global need for cooperative responses to environmental
crises, resource scarcities, and socio-political conflicts, DURP takes a
visionary “whole society” approach to planning and works with various
partners to deepen social and human understanding with the aim of increasing
resilience, sustainability and quality of life for all.
FACTS
PLAN
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
GRAD
MAJORS
» International Development emphasizes understanding of the wide array of planning issues from rapid urbanization to the
provision of shelter and services in cities around the world, particularly in the Asia Pacific region.
» Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance –
DURP is also home to the National Disaster Preparedness
Training Center, which develops and delivers training and
educational programs related to homeland security and
disaster management, with specific focus on natural hazards, coastal communities and the special needs of island societies.
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» Environmental Planning and Sustainability fosters understanding
of the phenomena of globalization, climate change, and
environmental degradation along with strategies to improve ecological health and sustainability.
» Community Planning and Social Policy involves designing
and facilitating inclusive planning processes for community development and social policies in areas such as housing,
education, criminal justice, and health.
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CLASS SIZE
» Planning in Asia and
the Pacific Islands
» Urban design
» Historic preservation
» Conflict mediation
and negotiation
» Transportation and
urban infrastructure
» Land Use and Transportation focuses on planning for the
development and sustenance of land and people through the wise use of land and natural resources, as well as the provision of transportation and other types of infrastructure such as water, wastewater, utilities, and communications systems.
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» Climate change, energy,
and food security
» Natural disasters
and resilience
» Social justice and policy
» Community and
economic development
» Globalization, urban
economics and politics
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP)
» Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
» Certificate in Planning Studies
» Professional Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning
» Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance Certificate
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The skills learned in Urban and Regional Planning can be transferred to a number of
different employment opportunities such as:
» Business – Real estate (construction management, development, sales, leasing), management, human resources, sales.
» Education – Teaching, research.
» Human Services – Counseling, case management, advocacy, rehabilitation counseling, mental health services, programming, administration.
» Government – Demography, social statistics, public administration, policy
analysis, research, program development, human services, city planning, law
enforcement, politics.
» Urban and Regional Planning – Transportation, demography, housing, historic
preservation, urban design, urban renewal, disaster risk reduction science,
environmental and regulatory issues, economic development, land use, research
design, program development.
» Social Science Research – Data analysis, demography, disaster resilience, market research, information sourcing.
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ADAM AYERS
Adam is a PhD candidate in the area of community-based natural resource management
and coastal planning. “Centered in Honolulu, Hawai‘i where East meets West, the DURP
master’s and PhD programs offer students the opportunity to study and immerse
themselves in a wide variety of unique and intriguing issues.”
W
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ST
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WHO WILL YOU
INSPIRE?
BECOME AN AGENT OF EQUALITY
The Department of Women’s Studies (WS) is committed to providing a
rigorous and integrated academic experience for students interested in
feminist scholarship and gender studies. The department investigates how
gender intersects with race, class, and other vectors of power in shaping
history, psychology, anthropology, economics, sociology, political science,
philosophy, literature, language, art, drama, education, law, medicine,
and biology.
The Department of Women’s Studies offers an interdisciplinary approach
to the study of women, gender, and sexuality. The department is especially
attentive to the ways that gender functions transnationally (i.e., in the
jostling of different states, societies and cultures of today’s global world).
FACTS
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UNDERGRAD
MAJORS
MAJOR
ACADEMIC
AREAS
SPECIALTIES
» Feminist Methods of Inquiry and Theoretical Analysis explores sex and gender as analytical categories.
» Feminist Knowledge studies the pervasive impact of gender relations on thoughts, actions and prevailing constructions
of reality.
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» Sex and Gender, and Social-Political Categories of Power and Privilege examines the interaction of sex and gender with race/
ethnicity, class, sexuality and other primary vectors of power and privilege as relevant to the human experience.
GRAD
MAJORS
» Sex and Gender Differences analyzes the empirical and
philosophical debates concerning sameness and difference
as it relates to gender.
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FACULTY
& STAFF
» Gender in Asia
and the Pacific;
» Law, Sexuality, and Violence;
» Global Feminism
DEGREES
OFFERED
» Bachelor of Arts (BA)
» Undergraduate Certificate in Women’s Studies
» Graduate Certificate in Advanced Women’s Studies
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AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
AY 2013–2015
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PUT YOUR
DEGREE
TO USE
Skills learned in Women’s Studies can be transferred to a number of different employment
opportunities such as:
» Art and Media - Writer, director, producer, filmmaker, journalist, curator and
artist, editor.
» Business - Management, sales and marketing, human resources, public relations.
» Education - Professor, researcher, administrator, counselor, teacher.
» Human Services - Child welfare worker, domestic violence victims advocate,
substance abuse prevention advocate, clinical social worker, human rights advocate.
» Law or Politics - Lawyer, politician, legislative aide, union representative organizer.
» Non-profit - Administration, program management and development, policy
analysis, fundraising and development, research, grant writing, counseling.
ALUMNI
SPOTLIGHT
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REPRESENTATIVE CYNTHIA THIELEN
Among the first majors to graduate with a BA in Women’s Studies in 1975. She has served
the 50th District in the Hawai‘i State Legislature since 1990 and is the Assistant Minority
Leader. Representative Thielen is a tireless advocate and Co-Chair of the House Women’s
Caucus and a member of the Keiki and Kupuna Caucuses.
SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH INSTITUTE
IGNITE THE
SPARK TO
INGENUITY
The College of Social Sciences is committed to innovative research initiatives
that build upon the college’s strengths and provide unique social science
perspectives in areas that play essential roles in the university’s research
efforts. Historically, the college and its Social Science Research Institute
(SSRI) have been leaders in the areas of environmental change, health
informatics, behavioral health, economics, and social innovation.
MAJOR
PROGRAMS
INCLUDE
CENTER FOR ORAL HISTORY
Established in 1976 by the Hawai’i State Legislature. COH preserves the recollections
of Hawai’i’s people through oral interviews and disseminates oral history transcripts
to researchers, students, and the general community.
THE OFFICE FOR EVALUATION AND NEEDS ASSESSMENT SERVICES
Conducts program evaluation and needs assessment research primarily for public and
private non-profit programs. The Office provides continuing education and training,
technical assistance and consultation, and opportunities to work with a multi-disciplinary
team on complex public policy issues and programs.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND SOCIAL INFORMATICS (TASI) RESEARCH
PROGRAM / PEACESAT PROGRAM
The overarching mission of the TASI / PEACESAT Program of the Social Science Research
Institute (SSRI) is to facilitate and conduct interdisciplinary and applied research in
issues relating to health care disparities, including health care cost and value; health
information technology; health care informatics; Information and Communication
Technologies (ICT) and telecommunication services in underserved and rural locations.
UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I ECONOMIC RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (UHERO)
UHERO conducts rigorous, independent economic research on issues that are both
central to Hawai‘i and globally relevant. We distribute our analysis widely to promote
research driven dialogue and inform public- and private-sector decision making in Hawaii.
HAZARDS, CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM
The Hazards, Climate & Environment Program (HCEP) works with local and regional
stakeholders and experts in physical and biological science, engineering, and social
and cultural knowledge to assess risk and vulnerability from hazards, climate change,
and environmental degradation, and to develop risk reduction methods to build
resilient communities.
HAWAI‘I CORAL REEF INITIATIVE RESEARCH PROGRAM
The purpose of the Hawai‘i Coral Reef Initiative Research Program is to support research
and monitoring to more effectively manage coral reef ecosystems in Hawai‘i.
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READY TO TAKE
THE NEXT STEP?
As part of the UH Mānoa ‘ohana, you’ll not only gain access to internationally acclaimed programs and supportive
faculty and staff, but you will soon discover that your university experience is like no other. Our unique geographic
location, combined with our rich cultural heritage, will enable you to meet fellow students from around the world
and gain insight into their lives and cultures. These encounters will truly bring your studies to life as you learn how
the practical applications of your chosen field can change lives throughout the world.
APPLY ONLINE
Learn more about the undergraduate application process
and key deadlines at manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Freshmen
English
4 Units
Math
3 Units (including Algebra I, II and Geometry)
Science
3 Units (Biology, Chemistry and Physics recommended)
Social Science
3 Units
Other College Prep
4 Units
Electives
5 Units
Cumulative GPA
2.80
SAT* SAT 510 in each section (Reading, Math, Writing)
ACT*
22 in each section (English, Math, Composite, Writing)
Class Rank
Top 40% of graduating class
Homeschooled students, contact the Office of Admissions
*SAT or ACT optional for international Students
TRANSFER STUDENTS
» Minimum of 24 Transferable Semester Credit Hours
» Cumulative GPA for College Courses: 2.00 Resident, 2.50 Non-Resident
» Transfer Credit Search: http://www.hawaii.edu/transferdatabase/
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
For international applicants and non-native speakers of English
TOEFL Score
Internet
Paper
ELI* Exempt
ELI* Required
10061
600500
*English Language Institute ( http://www.hawaii.edu/eli/ )
For information about the graduate program application process,
visit https://manoa.hawaii.edu/graduate/content/graduate-programs.
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SCHEDULE A CAMPUS TOUR
Visit the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa and experience first-hand the vibrancy of life on campus, the breadth
and depth of our program offerings, the richness of our culture and the beauty of our environment.
For campus tours, call 808.956.7137 or 877.447.3233 (toll-free), email visituhm@hawaii.edu or go online
at manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions/undergrad/visit and complete the online campus tour request form.
OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
2600 Campus Road,
QLCSS Room 001
Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96822
E manoa.admissions@hawaii.edu
P 808.823.9771 (toll-free)
or 808.956.8975
manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions
STAY SOCIAL
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instagram.com/uhmanoanews
twitter.com/uhmanoanews
youtube.com/universityofhawaii
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FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION
Consistently recognized as one of the best values in undergraduate college education in the United States, UH
Mānoa offers several types of financial assistance for undergraduates: grants, scholarships, loans, work-study and
student employment. With a variety of financial assistance available to a broad range of students, we encourage
you to apply and find out if you qualify.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
The priority deadline for financial aid falls on March 1 of each year. If you missed the deadline, don’t worry. You can
still apply to take advantage of what is available. Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online
at http://fafsa.ed.gov.
Scholarships can also help you finance your college education.
SCHOLARSHIPS
For information about various scholarship opportunities, visit
http://manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions/scholarships/index.html. A few of the featured tuition scholarships include:
» MĀNOA MERIT
Awarded to high-achieving students. Hawai‘i residents, non-residents and international students are eligible.
$5,000/year
» MĀNOA CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to high-achieving Hawai‘i high school graduates.
$10,000/year
» REGENTS SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to outstanding Hawai‘i freshmen. Students receive a
full tuition waiver for four years of undergraduate study,
$4,000/year stipend and a one-time travel grant of $2,000.
» PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to outstanding UH System juniors.
Full tuition waiver for two years of undergraduate study,
$4,000/year stipend and a one-time travel grant of $2,000.
WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE (WUE)
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a tuition program of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher
Education (WICHE). The WUE tuition rate is 150 percent of the University’s resident tuition rate. 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.
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International Scholarships
» INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
A merit scholarship awarded to high-achieving international students
$10,000/year
» DAI HO CHUN SCHOLARSHIP
Minimum GPA of 3.00 for all applicants. Based on academic merit, but with some degree of financial hardship.
» FINANCIAL HARDSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
Minimum GPA of 2.50 for undergraduates, 3.00 for graduate students.
For students with unforeseen financial hardship.
» OUTSTANDING INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Minimum GPA of 2.75 for undergraduates, 3.00 for graduate students. For students who have made an outstanding contribution in promoting intercultural understanding on the UH Mānoa campus.
FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES
» For a list of the various types of Financial Aid Awards, visit http://www.hawaii.edu/fas/basics/types_of_aid/
» For a step-by-step guide on how to apply for financial aid, visit http://www.hawaii.edu/fas/get_started/.
» For information on applying for federal direct loans, visit http://www.hawaii.edu/fas/loans/.
» For more scholarship opportunities, visit:
UH Mānoa Financial Aid Services – Scholarships: http://hawaii.edu/fas/info/scholarships.php
UH Student Scholarships (STAR): https://www.star.hawaii.edu:10012/Scholarship_live/login.jsp?
University of Hawai‘i Foundation: http://scholarships.uhfoundation.org/scholarships/search.aspx
» College Board Scholarship Search: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
FINANCIAL AID SERVICES
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
2600 Campus Road,
QLCSS Room 112
Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96822
E finaid@hawaii.edu
P 808.956.7251
www.hawaii.edu/fas
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COST & INVESTMENT
Total Investment 2016–2017:
BASIC
ESTIMATED COST
OF ATTENDANCE
ON-CAMPUS
LIVING
If you’re looking for an affordable solution that allows you convenient access to
classrooms, instructors and student activities, on-campus housing is the answer.
As an on-campus resident, you’ll also enjoy features such as views of Diamond Head,
cafeterias offering a buffet of local and international cuisine, and common areas for
barbecues and other gatherings. So, apply today, and get started on the road to lifelong
friendships and beautiful memories.
For more information, including application forms/terms and housing deadlines, visit www.housing.hawaii.edu.
RESIDENTWUE*
NON-RESIDENT**
Tuition
$10,872 $16,308$32,904
University Fees $800 $800$800
Books & Supplies$1,300 $1,300$1,300
Room & Board
$10,500 $10,500$10,500
Personal Expenses$2,500 $2,500 $2,500
TOTAL
RESIDENCE
HALLS
APARTMENTS
$25,972 $31,408$48,004
There are 10 residence halls. The majority of rooms are double occupancy, furnished
and equipped with data ports and cable TV outlets. All residence halls are co-ed and
smoke-free. Residential Learning Programs, which allow students with similar majors
and academic interests to live on the same floor, are also available at some halls.
Upperclassmen seeking independent living may find their answer at one of two
apartment complexes on campus. One-bedroom apartments (two students) and
two-bedroom apartments (four students) are available. All are fully furnished with
kitchen, living room and bathrooms, and are equipped with data ports and cable TV
outlets. Utilities are included.
*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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2500 Campus Road,
Hawai‘i Hall 310
Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96822
P 808.956.6570
F 808.956.2340
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Information in this brochure, including cost, programs, policies, etc., is subject to change without notice.
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.
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