University of Hawai‘i at Hilo

UH Hilo

The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo is characterized as a comprehensive, regional university. Scholarship and research are an important part of faculty work and student engagement, but the primary focus is on providing high-quality baccalaureate and limited postgraduate education.

Ten of the 14 world climate zones exist on the Island of Hawai‘i, making it a living laboratory for the study of volcanoes, astronomy, agriculture, marine science, and other natural sciences. UH Hilo has consistently ranked #1 as one of the "Most Diverse National Universities" by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020, 2021, and 2022 Best Colleges Rankings and Hilo is one of the 50 Best College Towns in America according to Travel Pulse.

For more information about the exchange program, please visit https://hilo.hawaii.edu/exchange/international/