Brigham Young University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a private university in Laie, Hawaii, serving roughly 2,889 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 46.96% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $52,064 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,630
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,774 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 46.96% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,889 96.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 52.64%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 19.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 11.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1130
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,376
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,270
- Room & Board: $7,787 annual estimate
Brigham Young University-Hawaii: what the data shows
Common questions about Brigham Young University-Hawaii, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is located in Laie, HI (ZIP 96762-1294).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is Brigham Young University-Hawaii public or private?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Brigham Young University-Hawaii cost?
Published tuition: $6,630.
Average net price after aid: $16,774.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,623 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,255 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,993 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,155 |
| $110,001+ | $22,582 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $26,520.
How hard is it to get into Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Admission rate: 46.96%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1130 and midpoint ACT 24.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Total enrollment: 2,889 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,376 students.
About 96% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
150%-time completion rate: 52.64%.
First-year retention: 73.5%.
What do graduates of Brigham Young University-Hawaii earn?
Median earnings: $39,316 six years after entry; $52,064 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,413.
15.10% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Brigham Young University-Hawaii known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (98 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (55 completions)
- Psychology, General (51 completions)
- Social Work (38 completions)
- Accounting (36 completions)
- Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies (31 completions)
- Hospitality Administration/Management, General (31 completions)
- Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor (28 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies, Other (25 completions)
- General Studies (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Brigham Young University-Hawaii a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 46.96%; completion rate 52.64%; median earnings $52,064 at 10 years; net price $16,774. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,630
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Brigham Young University-Hawaii was $6,630.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,774
2024 Value
In 2024 Brigham Young University-Hawaii had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,774.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$67,096 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,774 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$26,520 4-Year Tuition
$7,787 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,350 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,767 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$63,068 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Brigham Young University-Hawaii.
Financial Aid by Income Level
15.10% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
7.29% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Brigham Young University-Hawaii was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Brigham Young University-Hawaii in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,770 | $4,770 | $10,441 |
| 2014 | $4,940 | $4,940 | $11,695 |
| 2015 | $5,100 | $5,100 | $9,764 |
| 2016 | $5,240 | $5,240 | $11,612 |
| 2017 | $5,400 | $5,400 | $11,428 |
| 2018 | $5,560 | $5,560 | $12,793 |
| 2019 | $5,720 | $5,720 | $14,051 |
| 2020 | $5,890 | $5,890 | $14,499 |
| 2021 | $6,068 | $6,068 | $14,904 |
| 2022 | $6,250 | $6,250 | $15,623 |
| 2023 | $6,438 | $6,438 | $13,884 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
46.96% Acceptance Rate
1,270 Total Applicants
481 Students Admitted
335 First-Time Students Enrolled
69.65% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1130
ACT Average: 24
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Brigham Young University-Hawaii reported total enrollment of about 2,889 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Non-Resident Alien (61.0%), White (17.2%), and Two or More Races (8.3%). About 15.10% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 19.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Brigham Young University-Hawaii in 2024 is 2,889 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,376 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
73.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Non-Resident Alien at 61.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
29.22% 100% Completion Time
52.64% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 29.22% of students graduating from Brigham Young University-Hawaii completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 57% male / 43% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 36% male / 64% female
- Psychology, General: 25% male / 75% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Brigham Young University-Hawaii.
Return on Investment
$9,413 Median Student Debt
$52,064 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
18.08% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
675.96% Return on Investment
1.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Brigham Young University-Hawaii.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 36 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 98 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 55 completions
3. Psychology, General: 51 completions
4. Social Work: 38 completions
5. Accounting: 36 completions
6. Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies: 31 completions
7. Hospitality Administration/Management, General: 31 completions
8. Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor: 28 completions
9. Communication and Media Studies, Other: 25 completions
Most popular programs at Brigham Young University-Hawaii.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Brigham Young University-Hawaii graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Brigham Young University-Hawaii from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,793
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $14,278
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a private non-profit institution located in Laie, HI, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 2,889 students. Student body composition includes Non-Resident Alien (61.0%), White (17.2%), Two or More Races (8.3%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 46.96%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1130. The 150%-time completion rate is 52.64%. Approximately 15.10% of students receive Pell Grants. About 19.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Laie, HI 96762-1294
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Brigham Young University-Hawaii provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Brigham Young University-Hawaii located?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is located in Laie, HI.
What is Brigham Young University-Hawaii's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Brigham Young University-Hawaii is 47.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,270 applicants and 481 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Brigham Young University-Hawaii cost?
Reported tuition is $6,630 and average net price is $16,774 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,787 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,376 students, Non-Resident Alien (61.0%), White (17.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
About 19.2% of students at Brigham Young University-Hawaii are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Brigham Young University-Hawaii reports midpoint SAT about 1130 and midpoint ACT about 24.
What do graduates of Brigham Young University-Hawaii earn?
Median earnings are $39,316 six years after entry and $52,064 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
The 150%-time completion rate is 52.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Brigham Young University-Hawaii students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,413.
Is Brigham Young University-Hawaii public or private?
Brigham Young University-Hawaii is a private nonprofit institution located in Laie, HI.
Is Brigham Young University-Hawaii an HBCU?
No. Brigham Young University-Hawaii is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Brigham Young University-Hawaii a tribal college?
No. Brigham Young University-Hawaii is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Hawaii college costs
- Hawaii colleges by ROI
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Hawaii
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.