Academics
Explore Our Programs
BYU–Hawaii offers a wide range of academic programs, including majors, minors, and certificates across the arts, humanities, math, science, and professional studies. These programs allow students to explore a variety of topics and dive deeply into their chosen fields of study.
Chart Your Holokai
Coming to and studying at BYU–Hawaii is a voyage, or holokai, as students progress in knowledge and understanding. Students at BYU–Hawaii chart their own academic voyages and plan out individual paths to graduation and future destinations by combining a major with two minors or certificates.
Study With Faith
As developing disciples of Christ, students at BYU–Hawaii devote a portion of their study to the doctrine and history of Jesus Christ and His Church. This religious education strengthens their spiritual foundation, aligning with the university's mission to prepare graduates who are committed to Christlike leadership and service in their families, communities, and throughout the world.
Get to Know Our Faculty
Dr. R. Kelly Haws Appointed Academic Vice President and Dr. Isaiah Walker to Return to Faculty
Today, the Church Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Dr. R. Kelly Haws as BYU–Hawaii’s Academic Vice President, effective July 1. For more than 40 years, Dr. Haws has served, taught, and inspired students and administrators within the Church Educational System (CES). Dr. Haws will immediately begin working closely with Dr. Isaiah Walker to ensure a smooth transition. Dr. Haws will also continue to serve as acting president of BYU–Hawaii until President John S.K. Kauwe III returns to service, which is expected to be July 1, 2026.
President's Council Announces 2026 Ho'omaika'i Awards
Brigham Young University–Hawaii is pleased to announce this year's recipients of the Faculty Awards for Teaching, Scholarship, Citizenship, and Adjunct, the Sione Feinga Award, the V. Napua Baker Award, and President's Appreciation Awards. These awards acknowledge exceptional employees who have demonstrated a strong commitment and dedication to their roles within the university.
Academic Calendar
BYU–Hawaii's academic year is broken up into three semesters: fall, winter, and spring. The fall and winter semesters are 15 weeks long while the spring semester is nine weeks long. Summer break is seven weeks long and allows students to take a break from studying or increase work their hours. Students should stay up to date with important dates and deadlines for registering, adding, and dropping classes.
Academic Counseling and Support
Academic Advising
Academic advisors provide support and guidance. Get help deciding on a major and minors, mapping out your classes, or being successful in college.
Academic Commons
Academic Commons provides personalized tutoring and support in key areas to enhance student learning and achieve academic success.
Academic Resources
BYU–HAWAII BY THE NUMBERS
Fall 2025
34
major programs
52
minor programs
4
certificate programs
18:1
student to faculty ratio