College comparison

Chaminade University of Honolulu vs DeSales University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI	DeSales University Center Valley, PA
Acceptance rateDeSales University is more selective	91%	77%
SAT (25–75)	970–1250	1090–1260
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,672	2,128
Avg net price	$28,856	$31,643
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Honolulu, HI	Center Valley, PA

Quick answers

Is Chaminade University of Honolulu or DeSales University harder to get into?

DeSales University is more selective: Chaminade University of Honolulu's acceptance rate is approximately 91% and DeSales University's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Chaminade University of Honolulu vs DeSales University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 970–1250 at Chaminade University of Honolulu and 1090–1260 at DeSales University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.