Biology · Hawaii
Biology colleges in Hawaii
CampusPin lists 7 U.S. colleges in Hawaii that offer Biology programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.
Biology is the foundational pre-health major, covering molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological levels of living systems.
Schools in Hawaii that offer Biology
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
Laie, HI · University · Private
Tuition
$6,438
Acceptance
38%
Enrollment
2,812
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI · University · Private
Tuition
$29,970
Acceptance
93%
Enrollment
2,486
Hawaii Community College
Hilo, HI · Community College · Public
Tuition
$3,204
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,470
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI · University · Private
Tuition
$33,020
Acceptance
84%
Enrollment
3,436
Institute of Clinical Acupuncture & Oriental Med
Honolulu, HI · University · Private
Tuition
$10,530
Acceptance
85%
Enrollment
7,682
University of Hawaii at Hilo
Hilo, HI · University · Public
Tuition
$7,838
Acceptance
90%
Enrollment
2,617
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI · University · Public
Tuition
$12,186
Acceptance
70%
Enrollment
18,986
Biology programs in Hawaii: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 7 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
7
Public / private
3 / 4
Universities / 2-year
6 / 1
Cities represented
3
In-state tuition range
$3,204–$33,020
Median in-state tuition
$10,530
Lowest published in-state tuition
Hawaii Community College
$3,204
Most selective
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
38% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
University of Hawaii at Manoa
18,986 students
Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.
What you'll study in a Biology program
- General biology, cell, and molecular biology
- Genetics
- Ecology and evolution
- Anatomy and physiology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Lab techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, microscopy, sequencing)
- Senior research project
Where a Biology degree can lead
- Pre-medicine pathway → MD/DO
- Research Lab Technician
- Biotech Researcher
- PhD Biologist (academia)
- Medical Lab Scientist
- Forensic Biologist
Typical pay: $48,000–$72,000 early-career (varies; PhD significantly higher)
A Biology major covers cellular and molecular biology, genetics, organismal biology, ecology, evolution, and physiology. Programs require a strong chemistry sequence (general and organic), physics, and calculus. Many BS-track programs require additional biochemistry and statistics. Common concentrations include Cell & Molecular, Ecology & Evolution, Marine, Microbiology, and Biotechnology.
Biology is the most common pre-medical major and a strong feeder into PhD programs in biological sciences. Graduates work in research labs, biotech, pharmaceutical, environmental, and clinical fields.
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