Skip to main content
About
young woman in a traditional red and gold Thai dress stands outdoors with her hands pressed together in a respectful Wai greeting, with the ocean in the blurred background.
Begin Your Journey Here
At Brigham Young University‍–‍Hawaii, commit to a higher purpose as a Christ-centered leader your community needs.
Apply Now

Experience Hawaii Like No Other

Experience Hawaii Like No Other

large group of people gathered on the steps of the Laie Hawaii Temple

Laie Hawaii​ ​Temple

Enjoy the opportunity to visit the temple, 15 minutes away from campus
overrideTextColor=#000000 overrideCardAlternateTextColor= overrideDisableBackgroundImage= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overrideCardShowButton= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=
large group of performers in matching white outfits with gold sashes singing or chanting on a stage against a dark background.

Clubs Got Talent

Unique performances from students to celebrate their faith, culture, and creativity
overrideTextColor=#000000 overrideCardAlternateTextColor= overrideDisableBackgroundImage= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overrideCardShowButton= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=
large group of smiling students in matching white shirts and traditional clothing patterns

Engaging Dance Events

Socialize with peers through wholesome, purpose-driven social gatherings
overrideTextColor=#000000 overrideCardAlternateTextColor= overrideDisableBackgroundImage= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overrideCardShowButton= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=
close-up shot of crispy, golden-brown fried food, likely pieces of chicken or pork, garnished with fresh chopped herbs in a metal catering tray.

Food Fest

Yearly event for student clubs to sell traditional food from their cultures
overrideTextColor=#000000 overrideCardAlternateTextColor= overrideDisableBackgroundImage= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overrideCardShowButton= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=
Two young women in traditional gold Thai dresses performing a dance with intricate gold fingernail extensions against a dark background.

Culture Night

Annual, student-led event to celebrate diversity, foster unity, and promote international peace
overrideTextColor=#000000 overrideCardAlternateTextColor= overrideDisableBackgroundImage= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overrideCardShowButton= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=
overrideTextColor=#000000 overrideCardAlternateTextColor= overrideDisableBackgroundImage= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overrideCardShowButton= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=

Gain Spiritual Momentum While Learning

data-content-type=""

Devotionals

Enrich your spiritual learning from select speakers as you grow in your discipleship.

Listen to the Devotionals
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type=""

Religious Education

Pursue spiritual excellence integrated into your secular studies.

See the List of Courses
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=
data-content-type=""

Watch the Full Story: How a Student from Thailand Found Her Home in BYU–Hawaii

overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
Hidden image
“I was in my first year of college in Thailand. I didn’t feel like I fit in, and I wanted to find somewhere else to study. My aunt, who is a member, she introduced me to know about BYU-Hawaii and I was interested. So I started to apply. I got to the step that I need to get an endorsement."
— Prannada Jirapoomdech (Mimi)
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage: overrideTextColor: overrideTextAlignment:

BYU​–​Hawaii Facts and Figures

Fall 2025
2,822
Students On Campus
76%
Students from Oceania, Asian Rim, and Hawaii
63%
Students in a Work-Study Program
More Figures

Programs Offered

Develop skills that strengthen leaders, foster service, and inspire excellence in your community.
data-content-type="external"

Arts & Humanities

Intercultural Peacebuilding
TESOL
Visual Arts (BFA or BA)
and more...

Explore Options
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="external"

Math & Sciences

Biology
Computer Science
Mathematics
and more...

Explore Options
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="external"

Professional Studies

Business Management
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Social Work
and more...

Explore Options
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=

Scholarships Available

Invest in your future with scholarships that support your growth.

IWORK Work-Study Program

Return Missionary Scholarship

Department Scholarships

Apply in Three Easy Steps

Step 1

Read About the Requirements

Step 2

Send the Necessary Documents

Step 3

Submit Your Application Online
contentVerticalPosition: , overrideVerticalAlignment: , contentHorizontalPosition: , overrideHorizontalAlignment:
contentVerticalPosition: , overrideVerticalAlignment: , contentHorizontalPosition: , overrideHorizontalAlignment:

Campus Virtual Tour

Explore the university with students who will tour you around campus.
Sign Up
contentVerticalPosition: , overrideVerticalAlignment: , contentHorizontalPosition: , overrideHorizontalAlignment:
contentVerticalPosition: , overrideVerticalAlignment: , contentHorizontalPosition: , overrideHorizontalAlignment:

BYU–Hawaii Updates

Expect excellence from BYU–Hawaii by looking through student achievements.
See Related News
data-content-type=""

Unsure How to Begin?

Let Us Guide You
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type=""

Start Your Journey

Apply Now
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText= promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage= overrideTextColor= promoTextAlignment= overrideCardHideSection= overrideCardHideByline= overrideCardHideDescription= overridebuttonBgColor= overrideButtonText=
Hidden image
"I never saw myself as someone who would attend college in another country. ...I wasn't one of the smart kids—I just gave enough effort to get by. But knowing my bishop and stake president had my best interests at heart, I decided to apply."
— Weerawat Meeprolam
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage: overrideTextColor: overrideTextAlignment:
slideNumber: