Hawaiʻi Community College

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Hawaiʻi Community College is a community college in Hilo, Hawaii, founded in 1941. It offers 4 training programs, with listed tuition of $3,204. The school reports a 33% graduation rate and 91% job placement. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Accredited

Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Open

Enrollment

$3,204

Avg. Tuition

2,289

Total Students

Urban

Hilo, HI

Founded 1941

115-acre Main Campus and 21-acre Manono Campus

About Hawaiʻi Community College

Hawaiʻi Community College is a public two-year institution and a member of the University of Hawaiʻi system. It provides a wide range of vocational, technical, and liberal arts programs designed for immediate career entry or transfer to four-year universities.

Programs Offered

Nursing (ASN)

Associate of Science

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $6,408

Automotive Technology

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $6,408

Welding and Industrial Mechanics

Certificate of Achievement

Duration: 1 year
Tuition: $3,204

Culinary Arts

Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 2 years
Tuition: $6,408

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
14:1
Hands-On Training
70%
Start Dates
Fall/Spring
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Placement testing for English and Math

Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $3,204
Books & Supplies $1,360
Equipment Fees $300
Estimated Total $4,864

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Hawaiʻi Promise Scholarship
  • Hawaiʻi B+ Scholarship
  • UH Common Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

33%

Graduation Rate

91%

Job Placement Rate

95%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$29,704

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Hilo Medical CenterHawaiian AirlinesState of HawaiiCounty of HawaiiWalmart

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Housing Assistance Childcare Available Transportation Assistance

Hawaiʻi Community College: Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hawaiʻi Community College cost?

Listed tuition at Hawaiʻi Community College is $3,204. Financial aid is available for eligible students. Contact the school to confirm current pricing and what's included.

What programs does Hawaiʻi Community College offer?

Hawaiʻi Community College offers 4 programs: Nursing (ASN) (2 years), Automotive Technology (2 years), Welding and Industrial Mechanics (1 year), Culinary Arts (2 years).

Is Hawaiʻi Community College accredited?

Yes — Hawaiʻi Community College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

How do I enroll at Hawaiʻi Community College?

Hawaiʻi Community College has an open enrollment policy. Applicants typically need: High school diploma or GED; 18 years of age or older; Placement testing for English and Math. The minimum age is 18.

Does Hawaiʻi Community College offer evening or weekend classes?

Yes — Hawaiʻi Community College offers day, evening classes. Online options are also available.

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