UH Hilo made me feel welcome from the very moment I landed via airplane in Hilo.
The orientation made me (and my mom) feel safe and welcome, and we both KNEW I was at the perfect college for me.
The students and faculty are all wonderful... in the true spirit of 'Ohana'.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Don't think it's all fun and games... just because you're coming to Hawaii.
BUT -- if you do choose UH Hilo , you won't be disappointed.
It's a very small school... less than 5,000 Undergraduate students.
You can't 'hide' in a small school...everybody knows everybody...
this is an awesome home away from home.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
It's not Harvard or Stanford, but they still expect you to give 100%,
You learn a lot in the small classes. You will study hard, but you will also
have great leisure opportunities as well.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Fun... not a country club atmosphere, but all of the necessary amenities.
Everyone makes you feel welcome.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Outstanding ! Lots of healthy options around campus.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
You're in Hawaii... there are lots of organized activities on weekends!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
The biggest expense is travelling home and back. But if you plan well ahead, and you watch your 'pennies' , you will be ok. There are no prima donnas here, and everyone is very kind.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The late night munchies are awesome.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Those who can manage their academic schedules and be proactive about assignments being due, studying without procrastinating, etc.
Lots of clubs to pique your interest...
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Lots of clubs to pique your interest
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
None, but that's OK. The students are here to study hard but also have fun ,even without greek life!
UH Hilo made me feel welcome from the very moment I landed via airplane in Hilo. The orientation made me (and my mom) feel safe and welcome, and we both KNEW I was at the perfect college for me. The students and faculty are all wonderful... in the true spirit of 'Ohana'.
Don't think it's all fun and games... just because you're coming to Hawaii. BUT -- if you do choose UH Hilo , you won't be disappointed. It's a very small school... less than 5,000 Undergraduate students. You can't 'hide' in a small school...everybody knows everybody... this is an awesome home away from home.
It's not Harvard or Stanford, but they still expect you to give 100%, You learn a lot in the small classes. You will study hard, but you will also have great leisure opportunities as well.
Fun... not a country club atmosphere, but all of the necessary amenities. Everyone makes you feel welcome.
Outstanding ! Lots of healthy options around campus.
You're in Hawaii... there are lots of organized activities on weekends!
The biggest expense is travelling home and back. But if you plan well ahead, and you watch your 'pennies' , you will be ok. There are no prima donnas here, and everyone is very kind.
The late night munchies are awesome.
Those who can manage their academic schedules and be proactive about assignments being due, studying without procrastinating, etc. Lots of clubs to pique your interest...
Lots of clubs to pique your interest
None, but that's OK. The students are here to study hard but also have fun ,even without greek life!