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Oahu’s
safe and relaxing environment makes it an ideal place to come
and study. Whatever education you need, Oahu has it all - high
schools, universities and colleges, business and vocational
schools, ESL and foreign language schools, driving and flight
schools, beauty and cooking schools, scuba diving and sky diving
schools, you name it and Oahu has it.
The
commitment to quality education for Hawaii's children began
more than 160 years ago when Hawaii's great monarch, King Kamehameha
III, established a statewide public school system. Since that
time, Hawaii has continued the journey in pursuit of excellence
in education. According to the 1990 census, more than 80% of
Hawaii citizens were high school graduates, and over 25% had
bachelor’s degrees.
University
of Hawaii has three campuses, two of which are in Oahu - at
Manoa, and West Oahu. These and the four community colleges
of Oahu have a 4-year undergraduate program. In addition to
these, there are three other 4-year, private colleges, Brigham
Young University, Chaminade University, and Hawaii Pacific University.
All three colleges attract out-of-state and international students,
as does the University of Hawaii.
University
of Hawaii: University of Hawaii is the largest public
university in the state, and is continuously ranked as one of
the best among the nation's public colleges and universities.
It attracts a lot of international students due to its excellent
reputation as the most comprehensive American University and
its proximity to the Asia Pacific region. There are two University
of Hawaii campuses in Oahu: the larger in the lush Manoa valley,
five minutes from downtown Honolulu, and the second in West
Oahu.
The
university offers course work leading to bachelor's degree in
88 fields of study, master's in 86, and doctorates in 49 in
its various colleges: School of Architecture; College of Arts
and Humanities; College of Languages, Linguistics and Literature;
College of Natural Sciences; College of Social Sciences; College
of Business Administration; College of Education; College of
Engineering; School of Hawaiian, Asian and Pacific Studies;
College of Health Sciences and Social Welfare; School of Law;
School of Medicine; School of Nursing; School of Ocean, Earth
Science & Technology; School of Public Health; School of
Social Work; School of Travel Industry Management; College of
Tropical Agriculture & Human Resources; and Outreach College.
The
4 community colleges of Oahu are affiliated
to the University of Hawaii and have grown into a major force
in education. They are comprehensive, convenient and affordable,
and offer more than 70 degree and certificate programs.
All the 4 community colleges also offer a two-year Associate
in Arts degree and credits are transferable toward a baccalaureate
degree at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Hilo or West Oahu,
and other four-year universities that have established partnerships
with the Colleges. Additionally, the system offers developmental
instruction for students needing to brush up their basic skills;
and a variety of non-credit courses and activities.
Brigham
Young University: BYU has been ranked fourth in its
Western region category in the U.S. News and World Report's
annual survey of America's best colleges during 2003. It offers
degree and certificate courses in various disciplines of its
4 colleges and schools: College of Arts and Sciences, School
of Business, School of Computing, and School of Education.
Chaminade
University: The University offers associate degrees
in Arts and Science; undergraduate degrees in Arts, Science,
and Fine Arts; undergraduate certificates in Environmental Studies,
Gender Studies, and Interior Design; and graduate degrees in
Business Administration, Education, Public Administration, Science
in Counseling Psychology, Science in Criminal Justice Administration,
and Arts in Pastoral Leadership.
Hawaii
Pacific University: HPU is the largest private university
in Hawaii attracting students from all the 50 states as well
as from 106 countries from across the globe. Its two campuses
- one in downtown Honolulu, and the other in Loa - offers a
wide range of undergraduate programs in nursing, marine biology,
oceanography, environmental science, liberal arts and business.
Graduate programs offered by the university include - Master
of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Information
Systems, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Arts in Communication,
Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Military Studies, Master of
Arts in Human Resource Management, Master of Arts in Global
Leadership, Master of Arts in Organizational Change, and Master
of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language.
Besides
these universities, Oahu is also home to a number of vocational
educational institutes - Employment Training Center (ETC), Hawaii
Business College, Heald College, Hollywood Beauty College, International
College and Graduate School, International East-West University,
Japan America Institute of Management Science, New York Technical
Institute of Hawaii, Pacific Center for Advanced Technology
Training, Remington College, Tai Hsuan Foundation College of
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Travel Institute of the Pacific,
Travel University International, and University of the Nations.
Employment
Training Center (ETC): ETC offers vocational and remedial
education, counseling, and support services for under-educated
and unemployed adults, at-risk youth, and others who need assistance
in the transition to further education or to work.
Hawaii
Business College: Hawaii Business College is the only
locally owned post-secondary school in Hawaii specializing in
business education. It offers Associate Degrees in Business
Administration, Computer Applications/Accounting, Computer Networking/Applications,
Medical Administration, Travel & Tourism Industry, Web Design
and e-business; Diplomas in Air & Travel Operation, Business
Administration, Legal Office Administration, Medical Assistant,
Medical Administration and Office Administration; and Certificates
in Computer Information Systems.
Heald
College: Heald has 11 campuses in western United States.
The Honolulu campus offers programs in Accounting, Business
Administration, Business Software Applications, Computer Information
Technology, Electronics Technology, Hospitality and Tourism,
Medical Assisting, Medical Office Administration, Networking
Technology, Cisco Systems, Networking Technology, Microsoft
Windows 2000, Office Skills, Web Design and Administration,
Web Design, Web Design and Administration, Web Security.
Hollywood
Beauty College: The College offers education in Cosmetology
and trainings in nail technology. It provides graduates with
the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for the Hawaii
State Board Examination. The college is a member of The Association
of Accredited Cosmetology Schools and National Accrediting Commission
of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences. It is also licensed by Hawaii
State Board of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional Vocational
Licensing Branch.
International
College and Graduate School: The College offers Certificate
and Bachelor's degree in Biblical studies, and the Graduate
School offers MA in religion, MA in divinity and Doctor of Ministry.
International
East-West University: The different IEWU Schools offer
various research and graduate courses, which include Certificates
of Completion of Courses and Seminars, Certificates of Achievement,
Associate Graduate Degrees, Master of Arts (MA), Executive Master
of Business Administration (EMBA), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
in Chinese-Western Comparative Philosophy, Doctor of Business
Administration (EDBA) in East-West Decisions Management or Doctor
of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management Science and Management Philosophy.
Japan
America Institute of Management Science: JAIMS gives
education and training to managers to be effective leaders in
an increasingly interdependent global economy. Programs offered
by JAIMS include - Intercultural Management Program (ICMP),
Japan-focused Master of Business Administration (JEMBA), China-focused
Master of Business Administration (CHEMBA), Seminars Program
and Business Language Program.
New
York Technical Institute of Hawaii: The institute offers
programs in Auto / Automotive Mechanic / Technician, Heating,
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic and Repairer.
Pacific
Center for Advanced Technology Training: The Center
offers training in Computer Aided Design, Programming, Networking,
Management and Technology, Operating Systems, Computer Repair,
Database Management, Web and Intranet, Security, Systems Administration,
Digital Graphics, Telecommunications, Business & Other Technologies.
Remington
College: The College provides associate degrees in
Clinical Medical Assisting, Computer Networking, Technology,
Criminal Justice and International Business; and bachelor degrees
in Criminal Justice and Operations Management.
Tai
Hsuan Foundation College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine:
The College was founded to perpetuate Oriental forms of medical
philosophy. It offers a Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental
Medicine.
Travel
Institute of the Pacific: This institute specializes
in Travel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage and Culinary Arts
studies. It offers diplomas in Airline Travel Agency, Hotel
Management, Culinary Arts and Visitor Industry Management.
Travel
University International: The TUI offers Certificate
programs in International Trade, Hotel Management, Travel Agent
/ Airlines. Degree programs are available for Hospitality Management
and International Trade.
University
of the Nations: The U of N is a unique institute offering
a modular educational system, which is highly motivational and
leads to enduring relationships among students and staff. Students
develop intellectually, culturally and spiritually and also
gain international perspective as they take courses in several
nations. They may alternate each 3-month term between classroom
and exciting field experiences available worldwide, and may
take successive courses in different nations while working toward
an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree.
Besides
these, there are various organizations and clubs which offer
courses in many different fields and realms like flying, surfing,
scuba diving, sky diving, etc.
Four
educational organizations located on Oahu are the following:
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English
Study Tours
is not only the first of it's kind, but the only
one of its kind and proven to be the most effective
way to learn. Located on Oahu at 345 Queen Street,
# 900, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813, English Study Tours
is an ESL program in motion. It's General English
(GEP) curriculum is carefully interwoven into daily
educational activities that take place in many locations
throughout Hawaii. Here students interactively learn
English by not only discovering the Hawaiian Islands,
but also experiencing all the wonders the Islands
have to offer. What a great deal, touring
and learning!
Email
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Academia
Language School
is the oldest and largest language school in Hawaii
. Located in Honolulu, Academia is just a short
walk from Ala Moana Shopping Center and the beaches
of Waikiki. Academia offers English classes for
all levels of students, TOEIC and TOEFL test preparation,
and work experience programs. With students from
Europe, South America, and Asia, Academia students
come from all over the world to study their own custom
designed language program. Academia learning is
made fun by offering many activities and field trips
to supplement classroom education. Academia provides
a great value to all students as its tuition is
kept low to provide the opportunity to study English
to as many students as possible. Email
Here or visit their website
at www.academiaschool.com.
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Global
Village English Centres, Hawaii Teachers
are Members of The National Association of Foreign
Student Advisors (NAFSA) and Certified Teachers
of English as a Second or Other Language (TESOL).
The school is located in an attractive modern office
building on the edge of Waikiki and steps away from
Ala Moana Shopping Center. The school offers
panaromic views of the nearby beaches and mountains
and provides students with a comfortable place to
relax, socialize and study. The main bus lines
are very close by and the location of the school
is central to the finest dining, shopping, and entertainment
facilities. Email
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Hawaii
Homestay is an educational organization
established in 1982 to create opportunities for
international students and island families to share
their culture and life experiences in host homes.
For 16 years we have developed strong ties into
the community with host families, agencies and English
as a Second Language (ESL) schools on the islands
of Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii. We have cooperated with
them to give students and visitors well coordinated
opportunities to develop their English skills and
assimilate our culture and for host families to
broaden their understanding and appreciation of
other cultures as well. Call (808) 263-0544; Email
Here or visit their website
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Intercultural
Communications College (ICC), Honolulu,
Honolulu, is located on the 10th floor of an award-winning
office building on Kapiolani Boulevard next to Ala
Moana Shopping Center and the new Hawaii Convention
Center. The school offers spectacular views of the
yacht harbor and Ala Moana Beach and is minutes
away from Waikiki. A main bus terminal is behind
the school, and banks, shops, restaurants and supermarkets
are steps away. The programs and policies of ICC
Honolulu are in full compliance with the standards
of the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education
and Training (ACCET), and the school has received
a five-year grant of accreditation from ACCET. ICC
Honolulu is officially authorized by the US immigration
Service to issue the I-20 form to foreign students.
Email
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