A Tradition of Excellence
The unique geographic and cultural advantages of the University of Hawai‘i System foster expertise in a wide range of fields in the arts, humanities, sciences and professions.
From accounting to zoology, professional development to vocational training, individualized programs empower all students, both young and adult, to achieve their educational goals.
Recent academic news
Campus Transfer AgreementsMay 12, System —
Leeward Community College joined with the Manoa and West O‘ahu campuses to ease the transfer of students into baccalaureate education programs.
Model United NationsMay 7, Hilo —
The UH Hilo team receives the Distinguished Delegation award at the National Model United Nations competition. Dual EnrollmentMay 5, System —
A dual-enrollment agreement between the Kapi‘olani and West O‘ahu campuses allows students to complete degrees faster and more affordably. Hollings Scholarship WinnerApril 23, Hilo — Marine science student Brian Yannutz wins a two-year National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Hollings Scholarship.Spotlight
Image from the PISCES Lunar Outpost Student Design Competition
Lunar Exploration Partnership
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo partnered with the Colorado School of Mines to work on space research at both campuses and at the new space research center on Hawai‘i, the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems.
"From the world’s most important collection of telescopes atop Mauna Kea, to our ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, to PISCES, UH Hilo has taken its place on the cutting edge in this exciting field," says Chancellor Rose Tseng.