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Pacific Rim Christian University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 36
Religious affiliation Protestant
Student to faculty ratio 7 to 1
Acceptance rate 60%
Students retention rate 78%
On-time graduation rate 56%

Located in Honolulu, Hawaii, Pacific Rim Christian University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Pacific Rim Christian University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Pacific Rim Christian University is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 7-to-1, Pacific Rim Christian University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Pacific Rim Christian University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 78% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 76% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Association for Biblical Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2020 admitted students

60%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$12,380

Cost of attendance at Pacific Rim Christian University in 2022 for students from Hawaii.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Hawaii's average $7,722
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$12,380

Cost of attendance at Pacific Rim Christian University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Hawaii's average $20,994
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 50 of freshman students at Pacific Rim Christian University received on average $2,223 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$2,223
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 5 50% $1,073 $5,364
Other Federal Grant 5 50% $1,469 $7,343
State Grant/Scholarships 2 20% $1,153 $2,305
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 5 50% $293 $1,465
Total Grant & Scholarships 5 50% $2,223 $11,113

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Pacific Rim Christian University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Pacific Rim Christian University students is 55.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 50.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 66.7%.

55.6%

  • white 100.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

Pacific Rim Christian University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Pacific Rim Christian University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Veteran Services

  • Credit for military training