How do I apply to the University of Hawaii as a freshman applicant?

To apply to the University of Hawaiʻi as a freshman, you generally submit an undergraduate application to the specific UH campus you want to attend, send your high school transcripts, and provide any required supporting materials by that campus’s deadline. The UH System includes multiple campuses, and freshman admission is handled by each one, so the exact application and requirements can vary a bit.

As a first-year applicant, the basic process usually looks like this: choose your campus, complete the online application, pay the application fee or request a waiver if available, and send official high school records. If you have taken college classes through dual enrollment, those transcripts may also be required. Some campuses may ask for residency information to determine whether you qualify for Hawaiʻi resident tuition.

For admissions review, the main thing is usually your academic record in high school, especially the courses you took and your grades. Standardized test scores are often not required, but policies can change by campus and term, so it is important to check the current freshman admissions page for the school you are targeting. International students and some nonresident applicants may have extra requirements, such as proof of English proficiency.

After you apply, you will usually get access to a student portal where you can track missing documents and your admission decision. If admitted, the next steps are typically to accept your offer, submit final transcripts after graduation, and complete housing, advising, and financial aid tasks.