Honolulu,
HI,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in History in Hilo United States | Hawaii Pacific University
Hawaii Pacific University
|
Hilo United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,792
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
At HPU's History program, students benefit from instruction by globally renowned faculty experts across diverse historical disciplines. Our department boasts specialists spanning Ancient civilizations, Pacific studies, U.S.-Japanese relations, European history from medieval to contemporary periods, major 20th century conflicts, American racial dynamics, and gender studies.
The History curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, taking advantage of Hawaii's rich historical landscape including landmarks like the USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace - America's sole royal residence. Students are actively encouraged to pursue internships at Oahu's numerous historical institutions through our established partnerships.
An HPU History degree equips graduates for diverse professional paths including corporate, public service, media, teaching, legal, and nonprofit sectors. The program cultivates essential research, critical thinking, and writing competencies that translate across industries, while fostering adaptability to evolving job markets and career advancement opportunities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Academic Transcripts
Unofficial transcripts can be accepted for admissions purposes, however official transcripts must be received prior to a student's registration for classes.
Transcripts must be submitted both in the native language and in an official English language translation.
Transcripts should list all courses taken in high school and should include grades/scores for each subject.
Students who have taken Advanced Placement Examinations (AP) of the College Board or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program will be accepted with above average scores (AP grades higher than 3 and IB scores higher than 4) and should have the results forwarded to the Office of International Admissions. These results will be evaluated not only for admission but also for proper advanced standing and/or credit from HPU.
IB:
HL English (Language A): score 5
HL English (Language B): score 5
SL English (Language A): score 5
TOEFL (IBT) - 70
TOEFL (ITP) - 500
IELTS - 6.0
Unofficial transcripts can be accepted for admissions purposes, however official transcripts must be received prior to a student's registration for classes.
Transcripts must be submitted both in the native language and in an official English language translation.
Transcripts should list all courses taken in high school and should include grades/scores for each subject.
Students who have taken Advanced Placement Examinations (AP) of the College Board or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program will be accepted with above average scores (AP grades higher than 3 and IB scores higher than 4) and should have the results forwarded to the Office of International Admissions. These results will be evaluated not only for admission but also for proper advanced standing and/or credit from HPU.
IB:
HL English (Language A): score 5
HL English (Language B): score 5
SL English (Language A): score 5
TOEFL (IBT) - 70
TOEFL (ITP) - 500
IELTS - 6.0
Tuition
USD
33,792