Chaminade University of Honolulu

Many consider CUH to be a good school and below lists some of the reasons why:

• According to federal data provided by College Scorecard, CUH has a high 84% retention rate. This shows how many undergraduate students return after their first year. 
• The NCES shows that CUH has a low 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio, which allows for individualized instruction. 
• CUH has a four-year graduation guarantee for undergrads pursuing bachelor's degrees. This means that if students don't graduate in four years, the remaining coursework doesn't cost more.

Yes, CUH is online. It offers several online associate and bachelor's degrees in the liberal arts across fields such as education, criminal justice, and business. These programs help prepare students for careers teaching, serving the public, and working in corporations. CUH's online undergraduate degree programs also help students prepare for advanced degrees.

Employers respect CUH's online degrees because of the school's favorable accreditation status. CUH is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). This accreditation means that CUH has ethical accounting practices and provides high quality academic programming. Its online programs rival those offered on campus, providing the same instruction, rigor, and outcomes. 

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CUH is known for being only one of three Marianist universities in the U.S., and Marianists are part of The Society of Mary, founded during the French Revolution by William Joseph Chaminade, a French Catholic priest. In support of Marianist beliefs, CUH promotes justice and peace and supports the dignity and rights of everyone. As such, it requires undergraduate students to take 19 credit hours in values-based coursework that aligns with Marianist educational values.

CUH is also known for its support of research, innovation, and inclusivity. Its International Training Center for Authorities and Leaders, which goes by the French acronym CIFAL, is part of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and aims to educate and empower Pacific peoples. CUH is also a member of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Inclusive Excellence initiative, which promotes inclusivity in science education. 

According to College Scorecard, CUH's bachelor's degrees in registered nursing, business administration, teacher education, and criminal justice provide the highest earnings for graduates. Alumni in these fields earn mean annual salaries of approximately $81,800, $53,900, $48,600, and $43,600, respectively. 

OnlineU's proprietary Salary Score ranks colleges by how much their alumni earn compared to graduates with the same degree from across the country. CUH has a bachelor's degree Salary Score of 44 out of 100 and 54 for its master's degree programs.

Getting into CUH is not very hard, as it accepts 89% of applicants. While CUH doesn't require entrance exams, it still considers them during the application process if submitted. Generally, admitted students who submit them have combined SAT scores between 960 and 1140 and ACT scores between 18 and 23.

CUH's first-year admission requirements include the following:

• A free application
• Official high school transcripts with a 2.5 or higher GPA or GED scores
• Official college transcripts, if transferring credits
• Military transcripts, if applicable
• A brief personal statement or essay
• Optional SAT/ACT scores

Enrolling in college takes some time and planning. Meeting with an enrollment advisor early is always a good idea to ensure you understand all the requirements. They can also let you know if your program has additional requirements.

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