the REALITY of going to school in hawai'i (university of manoa Q&A, what I wish I knew)

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  • hi friends! todays video is something that is a little different than the videos I usually put out, but I really wanted to make this since I have been getting lots of questions regarding going to school at university of hawai'i at Manoa, and living here. (I put timestamps regarding certain questions lower in the comments) .I tried to answer the ones I thought were asked the most and most important, but if you have any other questions please reach out to me! I am so thankful to be able to be living in this beautiful place with such amazing people, and we need to remember to always realize how important it is to respect and give back to the island. take care of it!!!
    thank you guys so much for watching, it means the world, and I will see you all soon!
    01:00- GPA, acceptance rates, application process
    02:25- moving far away from home, process of moving in
    03:35- have you ever experienced island fever ?
    04:45 how many hours of class do you have a week?
    06:04- current covid restrictions; going to school and living in hawai'i
    07:09- finding roomates/ living situation
    09:00- cost of living in hawaii/ expensive?
    09:40- transportation?
    11:25- typical college experience? friends/ social scene/ parties
    12:30- how do you balance school and living in hawai'i
    15:00- do you think you will stay here for your whole college experience; transfer?
    16:10- what does your typical day/night look like?
    19:00- what I wish I knew before coming to school in hawai'i
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  • @user-sg8kq7ii3y
    @user-sg8kq7ii3y 2 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    14:19 - there are several reasons why there's not a whole lot going on at UH Manoa, especially at night. First and foremost, the vast majority of students, especially local students, must work, at least part-time, and a good number of them full-time, in order to help support themselves, pay tuition, etc. When I attended UH Manoa, I was carrying a full course load, living on my own, and I had to work a lot of hours in order to pay my rent, tuition, books, etc. I find it incredible of how there are college students out there who just go to school, and they got a nice place to live, a car, spending money, etc., and their parents pay for all of it. My grades may have not been the best, but considering I had to work anywhere from 19-30 hrs per week, keep up with my school work, pay for my own tuition, and support myself, I had the best real world education that life could have offered. It was an education in reality of how surviving in the world would be.

    • @fanofthemoons7772
      @fanofthemoons7772 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Okay honestly you probably helped me so much with this comment so much❤️

    • @user-sg8kq7ii3y
      @user-sg8kq7ii3y 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@fanofthemoons7772 Other reasons why there's not a whole lot going on at UH Manoa (besides what I outlined above), in terms of campus life is that many students (especially local students who grew up in Hawaii) live off campus. They either live with their parents because it's cheaper, or they rent off campus apartments. Thus, UH Manoa is considered a "commuter campus". People come to campus to attend school, then, once their classes are done, they leave. Next reason is that UH Manoa does not have, and never had, a strong campus Greek life. There's no "Greek Row" where all of the fraternity and sorority houses are found like on many mainland college campuses. Finally, perhaps the biggest reason that campus life is rather dead at UH Manoa is because football games are not located on campus. Well, games are located on campus right now, but that's only temporary, until they can build a new off campus stadium. So there's no huge crowds for campus football games. Men's and women's volleyball games are pretty popular, and they're played on campus, but that's about it. Besides volleyball, no other UH sports draws large crowds to campus. So not much going on. If you love the sun, the beach, warm weather, and a diverse ethnic population, then UH is a good place. But if you're looking for a vibrant and active campus life, then, in my opinion, UH is not a good place.

    • @SurvivorQT
      @SurvivorQT ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@user-sg8kq7ii3y i would think being in a major city most students are out and about, not stuck on campus like big name schools in small college towns

  • @maddyfaria7128
    @maddyfaria7128 2 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    i’m applying to this college at the end of the year!! i’m so nervous cause i know it will be such a huge change but i’m so excited i’ve wanted this forever

  • @kiiireiii_
    @kiiireiii_ ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I just started my application process two days ago. UH is my second university choice if I don't get into UCLA. Thank you for answering the questions, it helped me a lot.

  • @davidobrien4209
    @davidobrien4209 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When I went to UH Manoa many years ago for grad school, I also owned a moped. It was a great thing to have, much easier to park and of course a lot cheaper. I was able to go to a lot of places I couldn't go to otherwise (like Costco shopping), even take a mini tour of the southeast part of the island by going out toward Haunama Bay and coming back by way of the Pali.

  • @elsaj2000
    @elsaj2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Ok, I recently found your channel and I'm obsessed!! Your vibe is so chill, happy and simple. I feel like we would be besties. I really want to transfer here for my last year but I feel like it could be a tough adjustment. Or I may come for grad school or something like that.

    • @hannahyates9638
      @hannahyates9638  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!! yes I love it here so much!!

  • @em4480
    @em4480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    hi! u mentioned u live in an apartment, would it be possible to say which one it is? I've been trying to look for an affordable apartment near the campus but couldn't really find one

  • @pinkkittyvoid
    @pinkkittyvoid ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Junior in HS rn and this is becoming a dream college

  • @hzjohnson1632
    @hzjohnson1632 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm currently debating between this and Boise State University. I got accepted at both, but both are out-of-state and therefore pretty expensive. I think either will be a great fit but it's so stressful trying to make such a life-changing decision

    • @duffyplayss
      @duffyplayss 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      i am picking between the same two schools right now, where did you pick and do you like it?

    • @Rosemary-ic5sd
      @Rosemary-ic5sd 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Probably too late now but if you are from the western states I would look into WUE. It helps with pricing A LOT.

  • @avenue8763
    @avenue8763 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is my dream college!! These videos are really helpful, thank you!

  • @BeautyQueenFL
    @BeautyQueenFL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’m so happy for you living the dream 🌈 🌊 💕 Regret not going to HPU on ESA Pro/Am scholarship🏄‍♀️ but my parents wouldn’t let me leave home state of FL. ❤️ Palm Beach Atlantic but it’s definitely not Hawaii Pacific 🏝

    • @leilagoetsch9780
      @leilagoetsch9780 ปีที่แล้ว

      hi i live on the east coast as well! i was wondering what the ESA scholarship is? I know our of state tuition is a lot for HPU so i was wondering if this scholarship played a roll in tuition. thanks

  • @erinmcghee9883
    @erinmcghee9883 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was so helpful girl thank you so much!!

  • @julianmonteleone2982
    @julianmonteleone2982 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    im a sophmore in highschool from nj and i really would love to go here!! this is the best video i have watched on uh manoa. i hope i could make it my reality one day! :)

  • @baileyc574
    @baileyc574 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just got accepted into this college!!! I really wanna go there

  • @ceceflores5418
    @ceceflores5418 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you’re literally so funny lol. i have to watch this on 1.5 speed bc i’m about to fall asleep so watching this is a lil goofy😆 but you’re so awesome🥹

  • @vloggingintime
    @vloggingintime 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m a junior this school year and I have a gpa of 3.14. Do you think that would hurt in applying? Also my school is very small so not a lot of things are offered.

  • @dial0foroperator
    @dial0foroperator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maybe when you move out of this complex (or if you're comfortable doing so now), can you mention which one? How do you like it?

  • @anthonyfontanez2452
    @anthonyfontanez2452 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    currently a junior in highschool and i’m going to apply to uh manoa this was so helpful!

  • @irenelok3455
    @irenelok3455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi, you talk about how expensive Hawaii is, but how much would you say costs a month in Hawaii?

    • @hannahyates9638
      @hannahyates9638  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I would say I probably spend $500 on average on groceries, food, transportation, clothes, etc

    • @user-sg8kq7ii3y
      @user-sg8kq7ii3y 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@hannahyates9638 No way. You can't even rent a room in an old house, near campus for $500. If we're talking rent, groceries, transportation (bus), then we're talking $1500 per month or more, and I'm being conservative. Now if you want to own a car, then you will need to SIGNIFICANTLY increase your expenses because gas, car insurance, and vehicle registration fees are extremely expensive in Hawaii. And if your car breaks down, and if you can't fix it yourself, then be prepared to pay a mechanic a good amount of money to do the work for you. And if you plan to park on the UH campus, then be prepared to pay a good amount for a parking pass, or you'll have to go searching all over Manoa and the surrounding areas each day trying to find a place to park. Now this monthly expense of $1500 that I've conservatively estimated doesn't even count for things like having your own medical insurance, cost for tuition, books, etc. Unless you got rich parents who are willing to pay your way, living in Hawaii is not easy.

  • @CMForever
    @CMForever 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    your eyes are so pretty!!

  • @kylievaldez7326
    @kylievaldez7326 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    see you in fall 2022 bestie I just got accepted !!!

    • @sashamlt8277
      @sashamlt8277 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Omg me too !! What is your major ?

  • @bettywilde7919
    @bettywilde7919 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You got your acceptance in January but when did you submit it

  • @m_y_o_j_o
    @m_y_o_j_o ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Did you apply for WUE as well, and if so did you use it? Since your GPA fell within the requirement field. If so, was it very helpful? I’d assume so but just wondering how impactful it can be

    • @Rosemary-ic5sd
      @Rosemary-ic5sd 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Might be a little late to answer this now but if you go to University of Hawaii at Manoa's website it actually tells you the difference that WUE will make. I believe out of state residents go from 55,000 to around 40,000.

  • @oliviareeves8149
    @oliviareeves8149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this sounds amazing, what's your major?

  • @sitisunny6058
    @sitisunny6058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know u might not have a major yet but what are u planning on studying or what field ?

  • @andrewmcclaugherty40
    @andrewmcclaugherty40 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hannah, I think I hear the beaches of Hawaii calling you, and you do kind of look like a mermaid. It's fits you seem like. Way, cool, thanks!!!

  • @rolinofeverdina
    @rolinofeverdina 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is so helpful for me… i hope next year fall 2024 i will get accepted ❤

  • @ashleylemushernandez8220
    @ashleylemushernandez8220 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does the drinking age until 21 still stands in each Hawaiian island?

  • @andrewmcclaugherty40
    @andrewmcclaugherty40 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love my scooter too it's a 200cc light made in Korea

  • @lisagebauerova9117
    @lisagebauerova9117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    do you work outside of college or how do you make money for the living?

  • @sophia-di5li
    @sophia-di5li 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    where do u put your moped when at the beach?? how do u lock it up!

  • @hayleyhall9604
    @hayleyhall9604 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    do u know if theyre gonna be online in the fall?? i got in but im still deciding if i wanna go

  • @jessicakalish8827
    @jessicakalish8827 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i might be going in the fall!!

  • @ashleylemushernandez8220
    @ashleylemushernandez8220 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Isn’t Oahu considered the cheapest Hawaiian island

  • @kai2794
    @kai2794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you live off school campus like you do with apartments then does that mean you are under the in state tuition or still out of state?

    • @emwizzlle
      @emwizzlle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ^^^

    • @yayawazzheres9274
      @yayawazzheres9274 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know this comment is 3 months old, but just in case you’re still wondering, in-state and out-of-state tuitions have nothing to do with WHERE you are living on the islands; as long as you have been living in Hawai’i for a full year before your upcoming semester, you qualify for in-state tuition.

  • @deezal25fuel
    @deezal25fuel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing

  • @kaitlynhoward7720
    @kaitlynhoward7720 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What apartment complex did u move into?

    • @alanamarie22
      @alanamarie22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      looks like hale Mahana

  • @minookalantari
    @minookalantari 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @shayneshinkai1772
    @shayneshinkai1772 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good luck on your finals

  • @minookalantari
    @minookalantari 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please tell me how I can ask you my questions by email

  • @matteacarman2968
    @matteacarman2968 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would U still have gone there knowing how exspensice jt is bc that is the one thing I am not sure about

    • @hannahyates9638
      @hannahyates9638  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes I have no regrets, just be prepared for it!

  • @user-tp8sy9vm3c
    @user-tp8sy9vm3c 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If im not local at all and i get accepted will i get hate for being a “haole“ and just not being a native hawaiin

    • @user-tp8sy9vm3c
      @user-tp8sy9vm3c 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      sorry i meant to put hawaiian

    • @komarublossom
      @komarublossom 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nope! I’ve lived here for a few years and no one cares, just be respectful. It’s just a “don’t be a jerk” policy. Everyone’s chill.

  • @lilygaubin
    @lilygaubin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why is it that there aren’t a lot of parties at UH?

    • @hannahyates9638
      @hannahyates9638  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      to be honest, I’m not really sure. houses are close together so it’s pretty noisy, it’s more of a quiet town and people want to be respectful on their neighbors. also with covid and the restrictions here, parties get shut down because of big gatherings. and maybe lastly it’s because just a lot of people who go to school here aren’t really focused on that aspect!

    • @dial0foroperator
      @dial0foroperator 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's not really a party school.

  • @shlepmessing8703
    @shlepmessing8703 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm dumber having watched this.

  • @user-ze2uv5cg4m
    @user-ze2uv5cg4m 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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