The University of Hawaiʻi at 惭ā苍辞补 climbed 62 spots to No. 240 overall in the , released September 29. This year’s list included 584 universities nationwide, and 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 placed No. 97 among public universities.
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As the flagship campus of the 10-campus 东精影业 system, the university received strong marks for diversity (84) and above-average scores in learning environment and student outcomes. 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补’s affordability was also highlighted, with an average net price of $13,181, a $31,504 value added to graduate salaries, and an estimated 1 year and 8 months for students to pay off the net price of their degree.
“This recognition reflects the dedication of our faculty and staff to supporting student success while advancing discovery and opportunity across Hawaiʻi,” said 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 Interim Provost Vassilis Syrmos. “Moving up in a national ranking like this is encouraging, but even more important to us are the student outcomes behind the numbers: stronger graduation rates, meaningful career preparation and the affordability that helps our graduates start their careers with less debt.”
The 2026 rankings incorporated survey responses from about 120,000 students and recent alumni.
Leading in research, innovation
While the WSJ rankings focus on student outcomes, learning environment and diversity, it does not account for research activity, an area in which 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 continues to excel.
The university brought in a record $570.4 million in extramural funding in fiscal year 2025 and was ranked No. 92 out of 660 research institutions in the U.S., according to released in January 2025.
The (UROP) further supports 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补’s mission by connecting students across disciplines with mentored research and creative projects.
National and global recognition
The WSJ ranking adds to a string of national and international accolades for 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 this year, including high marks in U.S. News and World Report, QS World University Rankings, The Princeton Review and recognition for innovation and global impact.