HPU sets you up for success.

HPU is different. You learn from professors who are top of their field, not only in academics, but in applied and industry knowledge. With this type of college education, you don’t just learn from lectures and textbooks. Courses at Hawai‘i Pacific University are hands-on and interactive. You study under and learn from faculty who excel at teaching face-to-face and in online environments, making your learning experience seamless.


You will fit right in.

HPU is different, and inclusive. You will experience things here that you won’t experience anywhere else in the world. You will receive a private university education and experiment with hands-on learning. Get ready to make friends who are also excited about new experiences, people, and perspectives.

Learn from the best.

HPU's diverse faculty come from elite professional and educational backgrounds. No graduate students teach in the classroom – meaning you’ll learn directly from the best.

Hawai‘i residents, HPU is committed to making a personalized private education affordable for every student from Hawai‘i. If you are an incoming freshman or transfer student, we are committed to helping you complete your college degree at HPU at a price you can afford.


  • Student Spotlight

    Ella Berge

    HPU student Ella Berge is a student-athlete and student worker that shines. Originally from Stockholm, Ella has made lifelong friends in Hawai'i while earning her bachelor's and now master's degree at HPU.

  • Faculty Spotlight

    Patricia Burrell and Hazel Downing

    HPU Nursing Professors Patricia Burrell and Hazel Downing are highly knowledgeable and respected faculty members at the University. Together, they recently attended and presented at the 50th Annual TCNS Conference in Utah.

  • Alumni Spotlight

    Tricia Naylor

    Tricia earned her psychology degree at HPU and now owns and operates a highly successful business in San Diego called Rumeur Lingerie.

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