The University of Hawaii at Hilo (UH Hilo) is one of ten members of the University of Hawaii system anchored by the University of Hawaii at Manoa in Honolulu, Hawaii. This is a Public Liberal Arts and Science University of Hawaii which originally was named as Hawaii Vocational School, and renamed into its current name in 1970.

The University of Hawaii at Hilo, a state university with a private college atmosphere, offers small class sizes, a low faculty-to-student ratio and opportunities for research and hands-on-learning.

As a public university, the University of Hawaii at Hilo plays special role in the State and country – it offers a thorough and attractive curriculum at a reasonably priced tuition rate. The admission requirements are moderately selective, allowing above-average students the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a small school experience.

Accreditation
UH Hilo is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Distance Learning
Distance learning (e-Learning) provides students across the Big Island and the state of Hawaii with the opportunity to take classes offered by the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Distance learning online classes can be delivered anytime and anywhere.

Distance Learning includes e-Learning courses and programs offered through the UH system. The UH Hilo Distance Learning Coordinator provides referrals to statewide e-Learning as a member of the UH system.

UH Hilo also offers outreach through face-to-face credit and non-credit classes off the main campus at the North Hawaii Education and Research Center (NHERC) located in Honoka'a. Besides face-to-face classes, NHERC offers courses through video conferencing, has a computer lab, and provides community service events.