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Pacific Western University

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Pacific Western University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Pacific Western University is a public university in the United States that offers bachelor’s degree study across a range of subjects. It suits international applicants who want an undergraduate option with a broad programme list and are ready to check the university’s official admissions and fee details before applying.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers 60 programmes at bachelor’s degree level. Examples include Ancient Religion & Society, African & African American Studies, Art History, Art History: Architecture, Art History: Museum Theory & Practice, Art History & Visual Arts, Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Brazilian and Global Portuguese Studies, and Chemistry.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm the current entry requirements, documents, deadlines, and whether any country-specific steps apply. The university website is http://www.pwu.com/; check it directly for the latest application instructions and contact admissions for anything not clearly stated.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee in the available information. Confirm the current international fee with its admissions office, and also budget separately for living costs in the United States, which will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that on the official website before applying. For a move from abroad, check visa steps, document requirements, application deadlines, tuition payment options, and whether your intended programme is available at bachelor’s level.

  6. How it compares

    In the United States, Pacific Western University is one of 2,515 universities, so applicants have many options to compare. Its main distinguishing points are that it is public and that its published study offer is focused on bachelor’s degrees with a 60-programme selection.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Pacific Western University

What type of university is Pacific Western University?

It is a public university in the United States.

What level of study does it offer?

It offers bachelor’s degree study.

How many programmes are listed?

There are 60 programmes listed.

Where can I check the university’s official website?

The official website is http://www.pwu.com/.

Overview

Pacific Western University (Hawaii) was an unaccredited university that closed in May 2006 following a lawsuit filed by the State of Hawaii a year earlier.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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