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University of Hawaii-West Oahu SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 931-1103. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 15-21. University of Hawaii-West Oahu admitted 95% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
931-1103
ACT middle 50%
15-21
Acceptance rate
95%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
2,519

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1103 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Hawaii-West Oahu's SAT submitters; 931 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 11% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

University of Hawaii-West Oahu SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing473520575
SAT Math458500528
SAT total (estimated)93110201103
ACT composite151821

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 575 in Reading and Writing but 528 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 985.

Testing policy

Does University of Hawaii-West Oahu require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of Hawaii-West Oahu told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on University of Hawaii-West Oahu's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Hawaii-West Oahu

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$7,584
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$20,544
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$10,327
First-year retention rate
78%
Graduation rate within 6 years
50%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$52,075

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FAQ

University of Hawaii-West Oahu admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

University of Hawaii-West Oahu does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 931 and 1103 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1103 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 931 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Hawaii-West Oahu?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 15 to 21, with a median of 18. Scoring 21 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Hawaii-West Oahu require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Hawaii-West Oahu reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on University of Hawaii-West Oahu's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Hawaii-West Oahu's acceptance rate?

University of Hawaii-West Oahu admitted 95% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].