The BYU–Hawaii BYU‑Pathway Partnership

Frequently Asked Questions

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  Who is eligible for priority admission to BYU–Hawaii?

  Students who have completed BYU-Pathway’s foundational PathwayConnect curriculum (PC101, PC102, PC103, and the introductory certificate course) and/or a certificate or associate degree through BYU-Pathway Worldwide with a minimum 3.0 GPA or higher, are eligible for priority consideration for admission to BYU–Hawaii.

  Students who have completed BYU-Pathway Connect GS 120L, Math 100L, Eng 106L, and an introduction to certificate class with a minimum 3.0 GPA or higher, are also eligible for priority consideration for admission to BYU–Hawaii.
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  What are the application deadlines for BYU–Hawaii?

  To start in spring semester (April–June): Apply by Nov. 1.

  To start in fall semester (Sept.–Dec.): Apply by February 1.

  To start in winter semester (Jan.–April): Apply by July 1.
  

  Application Deadlines
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  How much does tuition cost at BYU–Hawaii?

  For tuition pricing and scholarships, visit the BYU–Hawaii Financial Aid webpage. (Students who are or have been enrolled at BYU-Pathway Worldwide will pay BYU–Hawaii’s tuition rates, not BYU-Pathway’s.)
  

  Cost of Attendance
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  Are there scholarships available at BYU–Hawaii?

  Yes. Visit the Financial Aid & Scholarships website for more information.

  One available form of financial aid is BYU–Hawaii’s IWORK scholarship, which is a work-study program. Accepted students receive the means to cover education expenses including tuition, room & board, and fees. IWORK scholarship recipients are required to hold a part-time job at the Polynesian Cultural Center or at BYU–Hawaii and maintain good academic standing in addition to other requirements.

  IWORK Program
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  What happens if capacity is reached and I don't get admitted?

  BYU-Pathway students who meet eligibility requirements but are not admitted to BYU–Hawaii because capacity is reached should consider pursuing an online certificate through BYU-Pathway, and then reapply to BYU–Hawaii for a future start date.

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  What exactly does priority consideration for admission to BYU–Hawaii look like?

  Priority consideration for admission to BYU–Hawaii will include a streamlined application process. Admission’s criteria such as the secondary education documents will be waived. Instead of submitting official BYU-Pathway academic transcripts, submission of unofficial transcripts are now acceptable.
  

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  How do I get my PathwayConnect transcript to send to BYU–Hawaii?

  Students can request an unofficial copy sent to BYU–Hawaii, by completing the following steps after final grades have been posted.

  1. Sign in at byupathway.org/sign-in.
  2. Select “Transcripts” from the top-right menu.
  3. Select “PathwayConnect Transcript Tool.”
  4. Select "Print Unofficial Transcript."
  5. Download "Unofficial Transcript" and send it to admissions@byuh.edu
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  Will all of a student’s BYU-Pathway courses count toward their BYU–Hawaii degree?

  BYU–Hawaii will accept transfer credits from BYU-Pathway Worldwide. All PathwayConnect credits will count towards their BYU–Hawaii degree. Completed certificates and/or associate degrees will be evaluated on an individual basis.
  

  BYU-Pathway Transfer Credits
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  What if I completed PathwayConnect and did not have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better?

  The expectation is that an admitted student will have successfully completed the PathwayConnect program with a cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or better. The initial admission decision will be based upon additional PathwayConnect requirements such as religion and introductory certificate courses. Failure to do so may result in a revision or cancellation of admission to BYU–Hawaii.
  

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  Is this just for BYU-Pathway students residing in the Pacific Islands, Asia and the Philippines or will a BYU-Pathway student from anywhere in the world be given priority consideration for admission?

  In accordance to the university's mission, the goal is to extend the blessings of learning to members of the Church, particularly those of Oceania and the Asian Rim. However, should capacity permit, eligible BYU-Pathway students from anywhere in the world may be considered.
  

  Mission and Vision
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  If I complete any of the BYU-Pathway Worldwide programs, will I be given priority consideration for admission even though I already have a bachelor's degree?

  The BYU–Hawaii BYU-Pathway partnership has no bearing on the university’s policy for second degrees. In keeping with its mission to educate as many students as possible from its target area, BYU–Hawaii does not admit students for a second bachelor's degree.