Study Away in the United States
Hawai‘i: Rich Pacific and Asian traditions, spectacular tropical beauty
The 50th state to join the U.S., Hawai‘i is like no other place in America. Located 2,000+ miles southwest of the mainland in the Pacific Ocean, this group of volcanic islands boasts a tropical climate, gorgeous landscapes, layers of fascinating history, and distinctive customs.
With IFSA, you’ll get to know the capital city of Honolulu on the island of Oʻahu as a visiting student at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. This pioneering university offers a wide range of academics, a diverse student body and easy access to the island’s many treasures.
For U.S. students: Immerse yourself in Asian-Pacific cultures and feel a world away without leaving the United States—or securing a passport or visa. Transferring credits to your home college or university is easy, too.
For international students: Studying in the U.S.? This is a great chance to explore a completely different part of the nation and take classes that focus on Hawaii’s unique resources and cultures.
Did you know?
- Surfing originated in Hawai‘i. Polynesians are believed to have launched the “sport of kings” more than 1,000 years ago.
- The ancient Polynesian language ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is one of the world’s oldest living languages.
- Hawai’i is the only U.S. state made up of islands, and Honolulu is the only U.S. state capital with a beach.
