Chaminade University of Honolulu

Chaminade University of Honolulu
Former names
St. Louis Junior College (1955–57)
Chaminade College (1957–77)
MottoVita In Verbo (Latin)
Motto in English
Life in [the] Word
TypePrivate university
Established1955 (1955)
AccreditationWSCUC
AffiliationRoman Catholic (Marianist)
Academic affiliations
ACCU
NAICU
Endowment$49.85 million (2025)
PresidentLynn Babington
Students2,369
Undergraduates1,583
Postgraduates786
Location, ,
United States

21°17.381′N 157°48.412′W / 21.289683°N 157.806867°W / 21.289683; -157.806867
ColorsBlue, white, silver
NicknameSilverswords
Sporting affiliations
NCAA Division IIPacWest
Websitechaminade.edu

Chaminade University of Honolulu is a private Marianist university in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States. Founded in 1955 by the Society of Mary, Chaminade is located in Kaimuki, Honolulu at the base of St. Louis Heights. Chaminade offers bachelor's degrees in 23 fields of study and 5 master's degree programs. Chaminade University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission.