I liked everything!

I liked the library the most.

It was just good for me.

2006

Dorm was not good for grad students, because young people like to have party...

I had an interview with Chair before I applied to school. It was very effective to discuss what I would learn at UHM. When I applied to school there, it was very smooth for the admission process. After one semester, they gave me a tuition waver because I had a good GPA. It was very helpful for me because I am an international.

2004 or earlier

Major degree requirements ask for a lot of electives that have nothing to do with my major. Some of the classes are in the upper levels and makes no sense to me since I wasn't required to take any other courses to lead up to that course.

Academic advising, most of the counselors are available at all times.

Professors are always able to contact through email or office hours and are more than likely to meet anytime to discuss class issues.

Study abroad are available.

Workload, some courses require a lot of reading and homework. Balancing five classes is a bit difficult depending on the courses. I've been taking five since I started to attend UH and the homework is piling up.

Application

1

2012

Applying to the school was simple, and it take long for a response. I initially applied for architecture. When I got accepted to UH-Manoa, I had to do another admissions process for the School of Architecture. I had to make a portfolio, write an essay, and had an interview with the dean of the School of Architecture. I was accepted and was very happy. I always received financial aid. It is very easy to apply for it but somewhat annoying to turn in documents to the office. The financial aid office at UH-Manoa has employees who work really slowly and don't realize there are people waiting. They have a phone, but they don't answer it. It takes a long time just to turn in documents.

Other

2011

Class sizes are variable, from 20 to 200. GenEd requirements are adequate for completion of any degree. Professors, those whom I've taken classes from, are helpful and fair graders. Faculty to student ratio is slightly unusual but it is expected in this economy. Opportunities to study abroad are wide-ranged. Student workload is sometimes hefty because they juggle outside activities s/a paid work, sports, extracurriculars, etc. Research opportunities vary throughout the colleges within the University but is not required.

The cost of living in Honolulu is constantly rising. With that come a rise in cost at the Univerity. Overall, though, I am still quite impressed at the mark of what the University still makes even win a difficult situation. Crime and safety is also a top priority at the University. There are always reports of incidents through mass email or the local newspaper. Facilities are generally upkept as they should be, but there are also some crumbling structures that need more maintenance.

Admission to the University was a fairly simple process. You would have your paperwork filled out and turned in to the Admissions Office. Decisions were made within a few weeks or more (depending on the individual's circumstances). Once you have recieved approval from the University, you are presented with options to attend an orientation that include a tour of the campus, or additional information that jump-start your career at the University.

3

2011

Out of all my friends at neighboring schools, my school appears to be the most challenging-always occupied with some work to do.

I have not yet been on the campus to experience all of what goes on.

The admissions process is very simple if one follows the step by step directions registered through the UHM website.

Other

2014

well we do everything online

it is very good to study and it is fairly safe

they take the application and process as soon as possible

3

2010

The wireless internet is fantasy.

2

2012

Due to recent budget cuts, classes are becoming larger and sections are being cut, but I have not had a problem finding classes to make the perfect schedule. The classes are pretty easy because the class sizes are relatively small and there is more focus put on each individual student.

I have never lived on campus, but I do know that it is difficult to find on-campus housing because of the number of students versus the number of housing available. There are a lot of apartment complexes right off campus that offer good amenities for their price. The campus has a small environment and you often see people you know regularly. There is plenty of open areas to sit and lay or do homework, which is my favorite thing about campus.

They are very good at giving an admission decision promptly. The application is very simple to fill out and does not take much time. Financial aid takes a little bit of time to process, but I'm sure that is the case with most schools.

4

2011