Not sure if they are changing their admission process this year after they got their accreditation, but usually Hilo does closed file interview (they give you and interview first then look at your profile later). I didn't have a chance to fly to Hilo for the interview, but I did hear some not so good comments from current students about how the school doesn't have a permanent building for pharmacy yet and how boring it would be there. As a result I turned down their acceptance, so I would suggest if you can afford a mini vacation, fly to Hilo for the interview: 1. It would look good, since you are more committed to the process. 2. You will be able to see if the school is a good fit for you when the time comes, when you have to decide where to go. Good luck! The interview is pretty chill, but they do ask many questions plus a writing sample. Just relax and don't feel weird when you have to talk to the interviewer in their hotel room lol.