1. Hawaii Tokai International College
The Gateway to Your Future!

2. About Me
• Daniel Ward
• Henry J. Kaiser High
• Beach, sports,
movies, technology,
eating

3. Hawaii Tokai International College
(HTIC)
• NOT A JAPANESE
SCHOOL!
• You don’t have to speak
Japanese to attend HTIC
• Two year liberal arts college
• Non-profit organization
• Accreditation:
• Accrediting Commission for
Community and Junior
Colleges (ACCJC)
• Western Association of
Schools and Colleges
(WASC)
• Only US campus of the
Tokai University
Educational System (TES)

4. Where is HTIC?
HTIC is in walking distance to In Spring of 2014, HTIC will move
Waikiki, UH Manoa, and Ala to Kapolei and share a campus
Moana Shopping Center. with the University of Hawaii at
West Oahu.

6. Hawaii Tokai and UH West Oahu Partnership
Why is HTIC moving to West Oahu?
Sharing programs and facilities with UHWO (2+2 agreement)
More diverse and globalized campus for both institutions
Opportunity for HTIC to expand student enrollment
Green campus (energy efficiency)
“By placing one of Japan’s outstanding institutions of higher education alongside our
newest and most modern university campus, together we will offer opportunities
to enhance education that benefit both campuses.”
MRC Greenwood
President, University of Hawaii System

13. Matthew Ogata
Mililani, Hawaii
University of Hawaii at Manoa
At HTIC, the staff and
faculty are very helpful and
friendly. I highly
recommend HTIC for high
school graduates.

14. Monsy Enkhbat
Mongolia
The George Washington University
Attending HTIC was a good
choice for me. The smaller
classes helped me to focus,
get to know my teachers
and receive more
individualized attention.

15. Rick Bejach
Kathmandu, Nepal
HTIC Fall 2012
I enjoy the small classes and
dorm facilities here at HTIC.
There is 24 hour AC in the
dorms!
HTIC is great because
everything you need is all in
one location.

16. Whitney Amar
Kohala, Hawaii
HTIC Fall 2012
During my time at HTIC I’ve
learned to speak Japanese
and frequently converse
with students from Japan.
HTIC is a great place to
start college!

17. Liberal Arts Program
Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree
Introduction to various fields of knowledge
(Arts, humanities, math, language, social and natural sciences.)
Core courses required at many 4 year universities.
When transferring to a four year college, students can focus on
classes for major.

18. Liberal Arts Program
Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree
General Education Plan
A.A. degree is final educational goal.
American University Plan
A.A. transfers to a four-year university.
Tokai University Plan
A.A. transfers to Tokai University.

19. Classes at Hawaii Tokai
Small classes
5-18 students per class
Active learning (Learning without
walls)
Homework, participation, research, field
trips, service learning and
presentations.
4-term system
(Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall)
Graduate in less than 2 years! (about
15 months)
Quarter term credits transfer as
semester credit hours due to class
contact hours.

20. Tuition Reduction for US Students
• Merit based tuition reduction for
US students.
• Students with a 3.50 GPA will get
50% reduction.
• Students with a 3.75 GPA will get
75% reduction.
• Tuition reduction to continue if
students maintain term GPA of
3.25 and 3.5 respectively.
• Due to our small size, we do not
offer FAFSA at this time.

21. Transfer Opportunities
JAPANESE INSTITUTIONS
AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS
• Tokai University – Japan
• University of Hawaii- Manoa
• Temple University – Japan
• Hawaii Pacific University
• Chaminade University • Kansai Gaidai University
• Cal. State Universities • International Budo University
• University of Oregon
• Northern Arizona University
• University at Albany- SUNY HTIC has a number of working
• The George Washington University agreements in place with many
• American University American and international institutions
that assist students with the transfer
(Our graduates go to many institutions!) process.

22. Hawaii Tokai Alumni
Ganmaa Davaasambuu, M.D., Ph.D. (Mongolia)
M.D., National Medical University in Mongolia
Ph.D., Yamanashi Medical University
2006-2007 Radcliffe Institute Fellow
Currently works in the Department of Nutrition at
the Harvard School of Public Health
Birgit Neldner (Germany)
B.S. in Recreation Management & Tourism at
Arizona State University
Currently works as a travel agent in Germany
Yuriko Wakazaki (Japan)
Transferred to California State University- Chico
Major: Childhood Education
Now works as preschool teacher in Japan

23. Hawaii Tokai Alumni
Esther Lai (Taiwan)
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Major: Speech
Project Executive for "Trinity Public
Relations" in Taiwan
Thomas Iinuma (Pearl City, Hawaii)
Transferred into Bachelor of Science
Program, University of Hawaii
Major: Kinesiology

24. Discover East Asia
• Open to all HTIC students who want
to study the language and culture in
China, Japan, or Korea at an HTIC
sister school.
• Must be enrolled in the Liberal Arts
program for at least two terms and
complete one term of foreign
language at HTIC.
• Must be a non-native speaker of the
language.
• Housing and airfare paid by student.
• Language + 6-9 credits of East Asian
Studies classes
• = Certificate in East Asian Studies.

25. Tokai University, Japan

27. Discover Japan
"Tokai" of "Tokai University" refers to
the sea to the east of Asia, namely
the Pacific Ocean, and symbolizes
the desire to foster the kinds of big
hearts, rich spirits, and broad
perspectives symbolized by the
expanse of an ocean.

28. Hanyang University, Korea

30. Discover Korea
Hanyang University is one of the most
prestigious universities in South Korea.
The main campus is Hanyang
University at Seoul

31. Shenzhen University

33. Discover China
Shenzhen University is known as "Lychee
Garden" because of the abundance of
lychee trees planted on the campus, which
also boasts a 500 meter-long lake
surrounded by rolling hills and trees.

34. Discover Japan Students
Participating in the “Discover Japan Program” at Tokai
University in Kanagawa, Japan was one of the best
decisions that I made. I learned the Japanese language
and experienced the rich culture of my heritage. I made a
lot of friends from all over the world living in the
International Dorm. The “Discover Japan Program” is an
excellent opportunity for students interested in studying
abroad. –Matthew Ogata, Mililani, Hawaii
The Discover Japan program gave me the chance to study
in Japan to improve and take my Japanese skills to a
higher level. I truly love Japan and its language, culture,
and Tokai University Shonan Campus, but what I miss
more is HTIC. –Caylee Takafuji, Kealakekua, Hawaii

35. Student Life, Clubs, and Organizations
• Student Government
• Kendo Club
• Music Club
• Running Club
• Phi Theta Kappa International
Honor Society
• ** To participate in these
activities, you must have a 2.75
GPA.
• *** Students are welcome to start
a new club if there are a minimum
of 3 members.

36. HTIC Student Life

37. Admissions Information
Application form and $50 fee Minimum GPA of 2.5.
Housing application and $20 fee SAT or ACT scores not required but
(if applicable) recommended.
Admissions Statement AP Scores (must score a 3 or higher on
assessment and provide class syllabi)
Student Health Clearance form Final official transcript to be mailed to
HTIC after graduation.
Official transcripts sent directly from high Letter of recommendation (required if
school. cumulative GPA is below 2.5)
Application Deadlines Fall 2013
Students Requiring a Visa: June 1, 2013
US Students: August 1, 2013

38. Student Costs
Term
Tuition $3,650
Student Fees $160
Books/Supplies $300 (Price Varies)
Health Insurance $350 (Optional)
Living Costs (Optional)
Standard Double Room $2,000 or Triple $1,800
Meals (90) $720 ($8.00 a meal)
$ 7,180 per term
$21,540 per year (3 terms)

39. Tuition Cost Per Year
Hawaii Tokai vs. Community Colleges
Hawaii Tokai
$10,950 (3 terms)
50% Tuition Reduction Hawaii State
$5,475 (3 terms) Community Colleges
$2,328 (2 Semesters)
75% Tuition Reduction
$2,737.50 (3 terms)

40. HTIC Campus
Everything you Need, all in One Place!

47. HTIC Highlights
Tuition Reduction 50%-75%
Small Class Size
Graduate in 15 Months with an AA Degree
Discover East Asia Program
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Transfer Agreements with 4 Year Colleges

48. Questions?

49. Daniel Ward
Recruitment & Admissions Officer
E-mail: dward@tokai.edu
Office: (808) 983-4116
Cell: (808) 729-3979
Fax: (808) 983-4173
Skype: dward_htic
For more information please visit the following:
Website:
hawaiitokai.edu
Facebook:
facebook.com/hawaiitokai

50. The Top 5 Admissions Mistakes
1. Sub-par spelling
The number one complaint cited by college officials about applications they
receive is poor spelling.
2. Too much informality
Text-message speak or slang, turns off officials, who want to know if you can
write at the college level. Also, be aware of details that might cast a negative
impression. An e-mail address like sexychick@domain.com will almost
certainly be a turn-off to colleges.
3. The wrong amount of info.
A college application may include several components. Don’t rush through the
application and leave items blank. But at the same time, don’t overdo it. Too
much info can also be a weakness. Please also be honest! Dishonesty can get
you into trouble!
4. Missed deadlines
Missing deadlines is one of the most heart-wrenching mistakes a student can
make.
5. Failing to Limit Parents’ Involvement
While parents should be heavily involved in any decisions related to applying to
college, some students let Mom or Dad become too involved.