Chaminade University of Honolulu
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 1,672 students.
About This School
Chaminade University of Honolulu is a private nonprofit institution located in Honolulu, Hawaii with approximately 1,672 undergraduate students enrolled. Chaminade University of Honolulu has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 91%. The average net price after financial aid is $28,856 per year. The graduation rate is 55%, and the typical graduate earns $41,000 within 10 years of enrollment.
Chaminade University of Honolulu is a private Marianist university in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States. Founded in 1955 by the Society of Mary, Chaminade is located in Kaimuki, Honolulu at the base of St. Louis Heights. Chaminade offers bachelor's degrees in 23 fields of study and 5 master's degree programs. Chaminade University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 58% graduation rate and median earnings of just $41,000 a decade out raise real questions about return on investment, even with relatively modest debt of under $18,000 at graduation. That said, if you're drawn to a small, faith-based campus experience in Honolulu with personalized attention — only 1,648 undergrads — and you're pursuing one of its stronger programs like criminal justice, nursing, or counseling, it can be a reasonable fit. Go in with eyes open, have a clear academic plan, and don't rely on the degree alone to open doors.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 20% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,672 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Chaminade University of Honolulu
3140 Waialae Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816-1578
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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