University of Hawai'i Community Colleges - 1 System - 7 Colleges

One System Seven Colleges

Imagine a place where there are no limits, where creating something new happens every day, where arts and technology are your tools to build a career filled with passion and wonder.

Why choose us?

Affordable education that offers the Hawai‘i Promise Scholarship which will help meet 100% of tuition costs for qualified Hawai‘i students.

Lower tuition rate helps

you save thousands of dollars toward earning your four-year degree, if you transfer your credits at the end of a two-year program.

Open admission policy

allows you the opportunity to pursue a postsecondary education. You must be either 18 years of age or possess a high school diploma. Early admission is also available for high school students through the Running Start or Early College programs.

Accessible campuses with

locations on every island so you don’t have to leave home for college.

Variety of majors that you can explore in your first two years without breaking the tuition bank.

Smaller class sizes allow for

more personalized instruction, particularly important for new students adjusting to college life.

Quality teaching by qualified

professors who are well-trained in their academic area of expertise.

Flexible schedule that provides both day and night courses for students who have families or work full- or parttime jobs.

Distance learning options

allow you to take classes online through a network of various technologies, including the Internet, cable TV, and interactive television.

Career focused programs

and certificates that fast tracks you into the workforce. Choose from more than 120 career and technical education programs.

Modern technology

available for hands-on training as you prepare for jobs in high-demand industries. Get access to computers, technical and scientific equipment.

Support services such as

counseling, tutoring, healthcare, financial aid, library services, computer laboratories, free parking and other student services are available to help you succeed in school.

Transfer seamlessly from an

associate to a bachelor’s degree within the University of Hawai‘i System or to any of the 130+ participating Interstate Passport institutions.

Our Amazing Campuses Hawai‘i Community College Hawaiian Studies: Learn from award-winning professors as you gain a deep understanding of Native Hawaiian culture and history.

Technical Training: Get valuable hands-on training by building a custom home, fixing cars for customers, installing solar panels and more in our Career and Technical Education programs.

Public Services: Prepare to serve a critical role in your community by majoring in administration of justice, early childhood education, fire science, or another public service program.

Proudly Serving Hawai‘i Island: A main campus in Hilo, a branch campus in Kona, and an education center in Honoka‘a give you options for where to study. Online classes can also make education convenient.

Kauhale: Be a member of our Kauhale (term that traditionally means Hawaiian Village) and study at a welcoming, supportive campus.

1175 Manono Street, Hilo, HI 96720 | Admissions: (808) 934-2710 | hawaii.hawaii.edu

Honolulu Community College Job and Career Ready Programs: Get real-world experience, hands-on training from professionals in the field, and seamless transfer to a bachelor’s degree. Recognized as one of the premier career and technical training institutions in Hawai‘i, we offer full-time, part-time, online and hybrid programs in more than 50 degree and certificate programs from 23 areas of study.

Supportive Environment: Our main campus is conveniently located a short distance from the heart of downtown Honolulu. Besides the convenient location, we’re probably best known for the feeling of ‘ohana (family) among students, faculty, and staff. Our caring advisors, talented faculty, and engaging student activities will help you achieve your educational goals.

Value: The lowest tuition and fees for residents in the state, plus over $4 million in scholarships, grants and other financial assistance awarded annually, make us one of the best educational values in the country. Come join our ‘ohana!

874 Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu, HI 96817 | Outreach: (808) 844-2309 | honolulu.hawaii.edu

Kapi‘olani Community College A model indigenous serving institution, whose graduates strengthen the social, economic and sustainable advancement of Hawai‘i and beyond.

Unique Programs: Programs in the health fields and paralegal, award-winning programs in culinary and new media arts, and dynamic programs in business and hospitality prepare students to excel in these rapidly changing career fields. The college enrolls the most international students in the community college system, providing an international experience for all students.

Undergraduate Research: Technology advancements are inspiring innovation in teaching. Working directly with faculty, students engage in undergraduate research experiences in science, technology, engineering and liberal arts, increasing student success when transferring to complete their bachelor’s degrees.

Explore your options: A variety of support services are provided to ensure student success exploring 62 degree and certificate programs in 23 subject areas. Our motto and the motto of Queen Kapi‘olani, our College’s namesake, is Kūlia i ka nu‘u. Strive for the highest with us!

4303 Diamond Head Rd., Honolulu, HI 96816 | Admissions: (808) 734-9555 | kapiolani.hawaii.edu

Kaua‘i Community College Who We Are: Kaua‘i CC offers an education that is globally aware and locally relevant. We offer the intimacy of a small campus, filled with lasting relationships, and classes taught by accomplished instructors focused on student learning.

Science Programs: Science programs are islandbased with a global reach. Recent student projects include using facial recognition software to ID and track sea turtle migration, and the IMUA Rocket satellite project to measure solar UV components.

Trades & Liberal Arts: From culinary to carpentry, hybrid automotive to solar panels, vocational programs are designed to prepare you for existing careers, with an eye toward sustainability. Our liberal arts program offers a broad array of classes, and access to four-year and graduate degrees.

Lifelong Learning: If you see yourself as a student, then you can find your place at Kaua‘i CC.

3-1901 Kaumuali‘i Hwy., Li¯ hu‘e, HI 96766 | Admissions: (808) 245-8225 | kauai.hawaii.edu

Leeward Community College Student-Centered, Community-Minded: Everything we do at Leeward supports student success and our community. We offer the largest number of classes with “no-cost” for textbooks, we serve the largest number of Native Hawaiian students in the UH System, and we were the first UH campus to become virtually net-zero through renewable energy generation and other efficiency measures.

Comprehensive Programs: With more than 50 degree and certificates offered, you have options.

Follow your passion or discover a new path in STEM, teacher education, performing arts, Hawaiian studies, or one of the many transfer opportunities we offer.

“Hawai‘i‘s Best” in CTE: Voted first place and finalist in Career & Tech Education by Star Advertiser readers for seven straight years (2015-2021). Choose from a variety of industries to develop the skills needed to excel in today’s competitive workforce.

See how you’ll fit in at Leeward: Small classes, caring counselors, inspiring faculty and a vibrant student life all add up to an exceptional college experience.

96-045 Ala ‘Ike, Pearl City, HI 96782 | Admissions: (808) 455-0642 | www.leeward.hawaii.edu

Maui College UH Maui College inspires students to develop knowledge and skills in pursuit of academic, career, and personal goals in a supportive educational environment that emphasizes community engagement, life long learning, sustainable living, Native Hawaiian culture, and global understanding.

‘A‘ohe hana nui ke alu ‘ia: No task is too big when done together by all. Your journey through UHMC begins with a vision of your goal and a determination to overcome any obstacle that may come in the way. Our foundation of student success is Ka‘ao Student Success pathway (Hua, Ha‘alele, Huaka‘i, Ho‘i) — it is how we believe you grow and how we can be a support in your journey.

We prepare you for the real world: We work with community leaders to identify solid job opportunities.

You can get a four-year degree, a two-year degree, or no degree at all with extended learning to improve your job prospects.

Bachelor’s Degrees: As the only UHCC campus offering four-year degrees, check out the hugely popular Sustainable Science Management (SSM) and Applied Business and Information Technology (ABIT) degrees.

310 Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI 96732 | Admissions: (808) 984-3267 | maui.hawaii.edu

Windward Community College An Inspirational and Innovative Place to Learn and Grow Unique programs: From the only veterinary technology AS degree in the state leading to careers in the veterinary medicine field to the Hawai‘iloa Hawaiian studies online AA degree connecting students from around the globe with Hawaiian culture. Plus, a series of 8-week online business core classes with direct transfer to the UH Shidler College of Business and a liberal arts degree with classes focusing on entrepreneurship.

Certificates provide opportunities to work in fields like veterinary medicine, technology, education, nursing, STEM and sustainability, or music and performing arts.

With stunning facilities like Palikū Theatre, a 65,000 square foot library, Gallery ‘Iolani, Hōkūlani Imaginarium, and some of the best art studios and science labs in the state, Windward Community College is not only a great place to learn, it is a place to discover what is possible.

45-720 Kea‘ahala Rd., Kāne‘ohe, HI 96744 | Admissions: (808) 235-7432 | windward.hawaii.edu

Degrees & Certificates

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take the RIASEC survey or any one of the many self-discovery tools available for you.

An Associate in Arts (AA) degree is accepted as fulfilling undergraduate requirements at UH Mānoa, UH West O’ahu and UH Hilo.

An Associate in Science (AS) and Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees in a career and technical education program are accepted by industry as fulfilling requirements for entry into the workforce.

Academic Programs

Hawai‘i

Accounting

AAS CA

Administration of Justice

AS CO

Honolulu

Kapi‘olani AS CA CO

Kaua‘i AAS CA CO

Leeward AS CA CO

AAS

Adult Residential Care Home Operator

Maui

Windward

AAS CA AAS CA CO

CO

Aeronautics Maintenance Technology

AS CA

Agriculture & Natural Resources

AAS CA CO

AAS CA CO

Agripharmatech

CA CO

Applied Business & Information Technology

BAS

Appled Forensic Anthropology

I

Applied Trades

AAS CA CO

Architectural, Engineering & Construction Tech

AAS CA CO

AS CA

Auto Body Repair & Painting

AAS CA

CA

Automotive Technology

AAS CA

AAS CA

Biotechnology

AAS CA CO

AAS CA CO

AAS CA CO

CA CO

Business

AS CA CO

Business Administration

AAS CA CO

Business Technology

AAS CA CO

Carpentry Technology

AAS CA

AS CA CO AAS CA

Community Health Worker

AAS CA CO

Computing, Security & Networking Tech

CO

CO

APC AS CA

Construction Technology

AAS CA CO

Cosmetology

AAS CA

Creative Media

AS

Culinary Arts

AAS CA CO

AS CO AS CA CO APC

Dental Assisting

AAS CA CO

AS AS CA CO

AAS CA CO

CA CO

Dental Hygiene

AS

Diesel Mechanics Technology

AAS CA

AAS CA

Digital Media

AS CA CO

Early Childhood Education

AS CA CO

AS CA CO

Education Paraprofessional

AS CA CO

AS CA CO

AS CO

Electrical Installation & Maintenance Technology

AAS CA

AAS CA

AAS CA CO

Electronic & Computer Engineering Technology Electronics Technology

AS CA CO AAS CA

AS CA CO

EMS - Emergency Medical Technician

CO

EMS - Mobile Intensive Care Technician

AS CA

Entrepreneurship

CO

Facilities Engineering Technology

CO

Fashion Technology

AAS CA CO

Fire & Environmental Emergency Response

AAS CA

Fire Science

AS CA

Hawaiian Studies

AA

AA

AA

AA

Health Information Technology

AA

AA

AA

AS CA CO

Hospitality & Tourism

AAS CA CO

Human Services

CO

AS CA CO APC

AAS CA CO

CO

AAS CA CO

AAS CA AS CA CO

Information & Computer Science

AS CA CO CO

Information Security Information Technology

AS CA

AS CA CO APC

Integrated Industrial Technology

AS CA CO

Legal Education (Paralegal)

AS CA CO

Liberal Arts (transfer to 4-years; concentrations may be available)

AA

Machine, Welding & Industrial Mechanics Tech

AAS CA CO

AA

Management

AA

AA

CO

Marketing

AA

AA

AA

AS CA CO

AAS CA CO

Medical Assisting

AS CA CO

Medical Lab Technician

AS

CA

Mental Health Technician

CO

Music & Entertainment Learning Experience (MELE) Natural Science - Biological Sciences

AS AS

Natural Science - Engineering

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

AS

Natural Science - Information & Communications Tech Natural Science - Physical Sciences

AS AS

New Media Arts

AS

Nursing - 1-year LPN

CA

CA

CA

I

CA

Nursing - 2-year ADN

AS

AS

AS

I

AS

CO

I

CO

Nursing - Long Term Care Home Health Nurse Aide

CO

Nursing - Nurse Aide

CO

Nursing - Transition for Licensed Practical Nurses

AS

Occupational & Environmental Safety Management

AS CA

Occupational Therapy Assistant

AS CO

Physical Therapist Assistant

AS

Plant Food Production and Technology

CO

Public Health

CO

Radiologic Technology

AS

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Tech

AAS CA

Respiratory Care Practitioner

AS

Sheet Metal & Plastics Technology

AAS CA

STEM Education

CA

Substance Abuse Counseling

CO

CO

Sustainable Agriculture

AS CA CO

Sustainable Science Management

BAS

Teaching

AS

Teaching - Alternative Certification for Teaching

CO

Teaching - Special/Inclusive Education

CO

Teaching - Special Education, Mild/Moderate PK-12 Tropical Forest Ecosystem Management

APC AS CA

Veterinary Assisting

CA

Veterinary Technology

AS

Web Support Welding Technology

CO AAS CA

I–Instruction/courses offered in partnership with other colleges.

AA–Associate in Arts AAS–Associate in Applied Science AS–Associate in Science APC–Advanced Professional Certificate BAS–Bachelor of Applied Science CA–Certificate of Achievement CO–Certificate of Competence

Please check your college's website or course catalog for complete details on the program offerings identified above.

For more information visit uhcc.hawaii.edu The University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges are equal opportunity/affirmative action institutions.

FEB 2022