Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001614
- Phone: (808) 734-9000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
81%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,250Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Kauai Community College (Kauai CC)
4303 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI
Kauai Community College, located in Lihue, Hawaii, is one of the ten institutions that comprise the University of Hawaii System of schools. The school provides a variety of programs and services, including job placement assistance for individuals seeking career training programs. The school Is dedicated to providing quality education for residents of its service area, and as a result is constantly reviewing facilities, programs and services to ensure that they meet and exceed the needs of current and future students.
Academics
Individuals attending Kauai Community College will be able to choose from programs that allow for academic transfer or career training. Academic transfer programs allow students to pursue the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer to four year institutions to continue their education. Career training programs provide education and skill development in high demand industries or fields with the purpose of preparing the student for long term employment upon completion of the program.
Programs offered:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Any person interested in attending KCC may do so by submitting a completed application, paying all fees, and submitting transcripts and test scores if available. The school's open enrollment policy requires that students be at least eighteen years of age or have a high school diploma. Students may be required to take a placement exam for certain programs. Participation in new student orientation and meeting with a counselor is encouraged. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and are awarded based on need as determined by a student's completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students Kauai CC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,100. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $25 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $3,100-$3,800
- Out-of-State: $8,300-$9,936
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $130-$160 per unit
- Out-of-State: $350-$410 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 81% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 78% | $4,849 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 6% | $4,549 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Kauai Community College may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1985)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Kauai Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
Construction Trades
- Electrician (A, C)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Kauai Community College.
- Leeward Community College in Lihue, HI (101 miles away)
- Honolulu Community College in Honolulu, HI (110 miles away)
- Windward Community College in Kapolei, HI (111 miles away)
- Kapiolani Community College in Honolulu, HI (115 miles away)
- University of Hawaii Maui College in Pearl City, HI (204 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001614
- Phone: (808) 734-9000
- School Homepage