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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
A
Community
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Reviews
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AP Class Offerings
Advanced Research Opportunities
Global Academic Perspective
Pathway to Prestigious Colleges
Comprehensive Co-Curricular Programs
Hawai’i Preparatory Academy provides boarding students in grades 6-12 (plus Post-Graduate) with a full range of academic and extra-curricular experiences in a safe, small close-knit community. The school takes advantage of its unique location with access to the ocean, volcanoes, biological and climatic diversity, unparalleled opportunities in researching environmental sustainability, as well as a rich Hawaiian history and culture. HPA also offers a summer school for students from around the world. Hawai’i Preparatory Academy consistently provides each student with the academic credentials to gain admission into top U.S. colleges and universities.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$79,900
Enrollment
391
International Students
40%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
72%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
Endowment
$48 million
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
15
Boarding %
40
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Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2020-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Harvard College | 1 + |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 + |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 1 + |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 + |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 + |
| LAC #2 | Amherst College | 1 + |
| #13 | Dartmouth College | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Courses
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Art History
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Environmental Science
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Psychology
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Art History
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Environmental Science
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Psychology
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English Literature and Composition
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Spanish Language and Culture
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United States History
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Human Geography
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Physics 1
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Comparative Government and Politics
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Chemistry
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Physics 2
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Precalculus
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Statistics
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English Language and Composition
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Diving
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American Football
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Diving
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American Football
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Golf
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Paddling
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Water Polo
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Baseball conditioning
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Basketball Conditioning
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Dance
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Environmental Club
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Go Green Club
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Hawaiian Club
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Baseball conditioning
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Basketball Conditioning
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Dance
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Environmental Club
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Go Green Club
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Hawaiian Club
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Individual Music Lessons
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Individual Vocal Lessons
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Intramurals
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Ka Makani Flyers
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Literary Magazine
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Marine Expeditions
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Outrigger canoe paddling
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Paper Brigade (recycling club)
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Photography Club
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Recreational golf
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Recreational Tennis
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Red Cross Youth Group
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Robotics Club
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School of Rock (rock band)
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Scuba
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Soccer conditioning
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Student Ambassadors
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Student Council (government)
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Students Against Destructive Decisions
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Swimming conditioning
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Vocal ensemble
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Weights and conditioning
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Yoga
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Arts
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Jazz
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Music
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Musicianship
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Art History
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Acting
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Band
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Jazz
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Music
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Art History
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Acting
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Band
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Music Production
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Recording
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Songwriting
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Drawing
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Painting
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Printmaking
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Sculpture
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Costume Design
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Mixed Media
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Storytelling
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Yearbook
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Frequently Ask Questions about Hawai'i Preparatory Academy
Tell me a bit about Hawai'i Preparatory Academy.
Hawai'i Preparatory Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in Hawaii, US. It was founded 1949 , and currently has about 391 students, 40.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.hpa.edu/.
For more official information, please visit http://www.hpa.edu/.
Does Hawai'i Preparatory Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Hawai'i Preparatory Academy is offering 17 AP courses.
Hawai'i Preparatory Academy also have 72% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Hawai'i Preparatory Academy also have 72% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Hawai'i Preparatory Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 9.54% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 7.99% go to top 25, and about 4.9% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Hawai'i Preparatory Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Hawai'i Preparatory Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Hawai'i Preparatory Academy?
The total fee for Hawai'i Preparatory Academy in 2024 is
$79,900 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@hpa.edu .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@hpa.edu .
Where is Hawai'i Preparatory Academy located?
Hawai'i Preparatory Academy is located in the State of Hawaii of USA.
How popular is Hawai'i Preparatory Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Hawai'i Preparatory Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 337 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Hawai'i Preparatory Academy has been favorited by 49 users.
Also Hawai'i Preparatory Academy has been favorited by 49 users.
How do I complete an application for Hawai'i Preparatory Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Hawai'i Preparatory Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Hawai'i Preparatory Academy’s official site: http://www.hpa.edu/ or call them at 808-881-4321.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Hawai'i Preparatory Academy’s official site: http://www.hpa.edu/ or call them at 808-881-4321.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Hawai'i Preparatory Academy?
The overall rating for Hawai'i Preparatory Academy is B+.
The section ratings of Hawai'i Preparatory Academy are:
A- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Hawai'i Preparatory Academy are:
A- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii, is located on the south shore of Oahu. It serves as the gateway to the U.S. Pacific islands. The city’s iconic Waikiki neighborhood is a hub for dining, shopping, and nightlife, with its famous crescent-shaped beach bordered by palm trees and high-rise hotels. The towering Diamond Head crater provides a striking backdrop. Honolulu also features historical sites, including the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, commemorating the events of World War II. Honolulu is a vibrant and welcoming destination with a blend of cultural landmarks, beautiful beaches, and modern amenities.
Population (2022)
374,676
Cost of Living
Higher than average 95%
Nearby Airport
Honolulu International Airport
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