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Semester Abroad in Hawai'i |
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| Your semester academic program will take place at Hawaii Pacific University (HPU), Hawaii’s largest private university. HPU is a world-class university with a reputation for excellence in teaching. It has been cited in Barron’s as a “Best Buy” in college education and has mentions in numerous other “best of” magazines including Newsweek and Time. What sets HPU apart from perhaps any other university in the U.S. is the internationalism of the student body – nearly 25% of its 8,500 students are international and they come from more than 100 countries. While studying at HPU you will not only learn from the professors, but also from your fellow students. | |
| Academics | |
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is important to realize that just because HPU is located in a tropical
paradise, it does not mean it is not a “serious” academic
institution. In fact, HPU professors have been recognized nationally
and internationally for the work they do in their field. The best
part for you is that these professors are all very approachable and
are paid to teach, not to research. You will find no teaching assistants
in the classroom at HPU. At Hawaii Pacific you will have the option of taking any number of classes in disciplines ranging from Liberal Arts, Business Administration and Communication to Natural Sciences, International Studies and Nursing. As a Study Abroad Hawaii student, you will receive pre-approval for the subjects that you desire and know that those subjects will be offered when you arrive. You will register for 12 to 18 credits during your semester and at the end of your experience will receive an academic transcript from the University. For a list of projected courses offered in future semesters, click here. For a list of all subjects offered at HPU and their descriptions, click here. (Large file - 8 MB) *Note: Not all subjects listed are available to study abroad students. In particular, many of the “fieldwork” classes in the marine and environmental science areas are often not available to students only staying for a semester. |
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| Student Life | |
 To
help give balance to your academic experience at the University, you
will certainly want to take part in the many student life activities,
clubs and organizations available to you. At the beginning of each
semester, the Student Life office organizes a club fair where all
the registered student organizations on campus have a booth to attract
new members. You will have a difficult time narrowing down your choices
from the 80+ clubs that range from professional organizations (i.e.,
Advertising, Creative Writing, Debate, Press Club, etc.), to cultural
(i.e., Swedish, Thai, Singaporean, Hawaiian, Latino, French, etc.),
to activities (i.e. surfing, canoeing, kite boarding, rugby, etc.).
In addition, nearly every week there are numerous activities planned
for students including dances, cruises, athletic events, etc. |
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| Facilities and Services | |
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As a modern university, HPU has all the services and facilities you
would expect. The University has two libraries, one on each campus,
to support the academic programs taught at each. Other academic support
facilities and services include: an Academic Advisement Center; the
Learning Assistance Center (multimedia support); Tutoring Center (providing
personal tutoring for nearly every subject taught); computer labs
and wireless internet connection; multimedia classrooms equipped to
allow you to learn in a state-of-the-art environment; and, communication
facilities specially designed for students studying broadcasting,
multimedia or journalism. In addition to the academic support facilities, there are a number of other places that you will want to know about including a student union, student cafeteria, athletic facilities and fields and a campus bookstore. |
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| Accommodation | |
 Study Abroad Hawaii participants all live university-sponsored housing in Waikiki, just blocks from the ocean. The apartment building is a secured environment with 24 hour security, has a pool and barbeque on premise, and is located near to shopping, nightlife and entertainment. All units are furnished and equipped with the “basics” – refrigerator, stove, microwave, etc. The program fee (below) is based upon shared room accommodation. If you would like a private room, we can try and assist you with this request, but, due to the shortage of quality housing on Oahu, we cannot guarantee this. If we are able to find a single room, please note that there will be an additional charge that can vary from $1,000.00 - $2,000.00 per semester. |
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| Program Activities and Services | |
 As
part of your Study Abroad Hawaii program, you will not only be able
to access all the facilities, support and programming that the University
offers, but also you will have activities and support offered to you
by our on-site staff. When you arrive you will be met at the airport
and taken to your accommodation. During the first few days after your
arrival, you will take part in our Island Orientation Program which
includes an introduction to Honolulu and Waikiki and a Welcome Luau. Throughout the semester SAH will plan cultural
excursions and field trips to introduce you to all the splendor of
Oahu. A day at the Polynesian Cultural Center, rainforest hikes, and
reef snorkeling are among those activities planned in past semesters. |
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| Program Dates | |
| Fall Semester 2008 | |
| Arrival in Hawaii: | Wednesday, August 27 |
| Orientation: | Thursday, August 28 - Sunday, August 31 |
| Classes Begin: | Tuesday, September 2 |
| Program Ends: | Monday, December 15 |
| Spring Semester 2008 (Spring 2009 TBA) | |
| Arrival in Hawaii: | Wednesday, January 16 |
| Orientation: | Thursday,
January 17 – |
| Classes Begin: | Monday, January 22 |
| Program Ends: | Sunday, May 11
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| Program Fee (2000-2009 Academic Year) | |
| The program fee for the Study Abroad Hawaii semester option is $11,700.00. Upon acceptance to the program, you are required to submit a non-refundable program deposit of $1000.00 (this amount is deducted from the overall fee) and a housing deposit of $550.00. These deposits will guarantee you a place in the program. The program fee includes all of the following: | |
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| *Academic year pricing is available by contacting Study Abroad Hawaii. Housing for the semester break is additional. | |
| Applying For The Program | |
| The deadlines for applying to the program are as follows: Fall Semester program is June 15; Spring Semester – November 1; and, Academic Year is June 15. The criteria for applying to a program depends upon your academic background. Click here for more information and to download an application. | |
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Study
Abroad Hawai'i, 25 New South Street, #102, Northampton, MA 01060 Phone: (413) 584-7639 Contact Study Abroad Hawai'i |
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