19 AI and machine learning programs at 5 schools in Hawaii.
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The strongest AI programs in Hawaii on this list are led by University of Hawaii at Manoa, Hawaii Pacific University, and Atlantic International University. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Hawaii, drawn from 19 programs at 5 schools.
Best AI programs in Hawaii
Rank
School
Location
1
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI
2
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI
3
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, HI
4
University of Hawaii at Hilo
Hilo, HI
5
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
Laie, HI
School names are plain text in the table. Profiles and write-ups are below when available.
How we ranked this list
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 80% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Hawaii
Each school lists a quick overview (program, estimated cost, format) plus a short program summary with links to official school pages and related program paths. Tuition figures are published estimates—confirm current totals on the school’s program page before you apply.
1
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI
BS/BA in Computer Science — Creative Computational Media Concentration
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: 120
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-R)
Program summary
This is a specialization on a larger program, not a standalone AI diploma; the parent major still drives required courses and campus-visit rules. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
Best for: Learners seeking a dedicated AI master's
Program summary
The title reads AI/ML-first; still open the curriculum map to see how much is core AI versus borrowed CS, stats, or engineering electives. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives. Dedicated AI master's—not an add-on to another degree.
Best for: Working adults comparing this online AI/ML path on cost and fit
Program summary
Students looking at Honolulu will find Atlantic International University on this list. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year. Delivery is fully online—confirm live vs recorded sessions and any intensives.
Home unit: School of Science and Engineering. Details: program page.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (University of Hawaii at Hilo)
Program summary
University of Hawaii at Hilo's program is the one profiled here. University of Hawaii at Hilo's AI program is worth a close look; confirm delivery mode on the school’s program page.
Home unit: College of Business and Economics. Details: program page.
On this state ranking, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Hawaii Pacific University, and Atlantic International University appear near the top. We list 5 schools offering AI programs in Hawaii. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Hawaii?
About 19 AI programs at 5 schools show up for Hawaii on this list. Confirm current offerings on each school site.
Online or campus?
Both can appear on state lists. Check each program’s delivery format and any required campus visits.
How does AIDegrees rank these programs?
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 80% of programs on this list have full scoring data. See the full ranking methodology for weights and data sources.
State list or overall ranking?
Use both—state lists help with in-state tuition and local networks; overall lists compare research strength and online options.
