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University of Hawaii at Hilo SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 945-1175. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 15-22. University of Hawaii at Hilo admitted 61% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
945-1175
ACT middle 50%
15-22
Acceptance rate
61%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
2,160

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Hawaii at Hilo?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1175 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Hawaii at Hilo's SAT submitters; 945 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 17% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at University of Hawaii at Hilo?

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 at Hilo SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing490550610
SAT Math455500565
SAT total (estimated)94510501175
ACT composite151922

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 610 in Reading and Writing but 565 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1028.

Testing policy

Does University of Hawaii at Hilo require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of Hawaii at Hilo 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 at Hilo's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Hawaii at Hilo

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$7,838
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$20,798
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$11,856
First-year retention rate
73%
Graduation rate within 6 years
48%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$47,856

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University of Hawaii at Hilo admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of Hawaii at Hilo?

University of Hawaii at Hilo does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 945 and 1175 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1175 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 945 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Hawaii at Hilo?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 15 to 22, with a median of 19. Scoring 22 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Hawaii at Hilo require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Hawaii at Hilo 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 at Hilo's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Hawaii at Hilo's acceptance rate?

University of Hawaii at Hilo admitted 61% 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].